Record

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Definition

A data structure that groups related fields of different types into one item, such as a student with name, age and mark.

Example: One record per row of a table.

Found in: syllabus, course specifications, 2025 HSC marking guidelines, school notes, past SDD papers.

Where you'll use it in the test

Syllabus area: Y11 Programming Fundamentals.

Question types it can appear in

Multiple choice: Pick the option that matches the definition or example.
Fill in the blanks: Choose this term to complete a statement or table.
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General advice, built from the definition and example above

“A data structure that groups related fields of different types into one item, such as a student with name, age and mark.” Then apply it: One record per row of a table.

In a short answer, give the definition in your own words first, then tie it to the situation in the question. Do not copy the example above unless it fits the scenario.

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Flashcard: Record in Programming Fundamentals (Year 11) · study that set
Memorise: Data structures
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Explain “Record” in one sentence, give an example, and name a question type that could test it.

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A data structure that groups related fields of different types into one item, such as a student with name, age and mark.

Example: One record per row of a table.

Could be tested as: Multiple choice, Fill in the blanks, Drawing.