Assignment task: Answer the following questions in short-answer essay format. Your short-answer essay must address all parts of each question and include definitions and examples where appropriate or required.
You are required to cite all sources used in writing your essay with APA citation formatting. At a minimum, you must use your textbook as a source of information; however, you may include other sources. Review the Grading Matrix for more information on how essays are graded and the tutorials for information on how to cite sources correctly.
1. Complete the Lesson 5 Short-Answer Essay by answering the following:
a. Describe the functions of a database management system (DBMS).
b. Explain the database development process.
c. Explain the role of users in designing a database.