A company uses a 7-digit number to identify customers.For example,the customer 1532789 indicates the following information:
Digits 1-2,state,15 = Georgia
Digit 3,type of organization,3 = government agency
Digit 4,credit terms,2 = 2/10,n/30
Digits 5-7,unique customer identifier,789
This type of coding scheme is:
A) hierarchical
B) block
C) significant digit
D) sequential

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The coding scheme uses specific digits to convey meaningful information about the customer, such as state, type of organization, and credit terms, which is characteristic of a significant digit coding scheme.

A Company Uses a 7-Digit Number to Identify Customers