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If attribute A determines both attributes B and C, then it is also true that:

A. A → B.

B. B → A.

C. C → A.

D. (B,C) → A.

Answer: Option A

Solution (By Examveda Team)

Option1: A ? B.
This option states that attribute A determines attribute B. In the given scenario where attribute A determines both attributes B and C, this statement is true.

Option2: B ? A.
This option states that attribute B determines attribute A. However, in the given scenario where attribute A determines both attributes B and C, this statement is not necessarily true.

Option3: C ? A.
This option states that attribute C determines attribute A. In the given scenario where attribute A determines both attributes B and C, this statement is not necessarily true.

Option4: (B,C) ? A.
This option states that attributes B and C together determine attribute A. In the given scenario where attribute A determines both attributes B and C, this statement is not necessarily true.

Therefore, the correct option is Option1: A ? B.

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