Which type of database storage anomaly occurs when adding new data to a table is blocked because other unrelated data is missing? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which type of database storage anomaly occurs when adding new data to a table is blocked because other unrelated data is missing?
A. Deletion Anomaly
B. Insertion Anomaly
C. Modification Anomaly
D. Update Anomaly
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
An Insertion Anomaly occurs when certain facts cannot be recorded in a database table without falsely manufacturing or requiring the presence of other unrelated facts.

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