Multiple choice

The outstanding invoice file should be stored on a Pardon Access Storage Device, if

  1. invoice data entry is online

  2. payment recording is done in a batch code

  3. inquiry concerning payable are to be answered online

  4. last record points to the first record

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Online inquiry requires random access storage that can quickly retrieve any record without sequential searching. When users need instant answers about payable accounts, direct access storage is essential. Batch processing can use sequential storage, but online inquiry demands immediate access to specific records.