Which layer of a three-schema DBMS architecture describes how data is physically stored?

Options

  • A. External level
  • B. Conceptual level
  • C. Internal level
  • D. More than one of the above
  • E. None of the above

Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)

C. Internal level

Detailed Explanation

  • Internal level: Describes the physical storage structure of the database.
  • Conceptual level: Describes the overall logical structure of the database.
  • External level: Describes individual user views of the database.