An automated or manual file that stores information about data elements and data characteristics such as usage, physical representation, ownership, authorization, and security is the
A) data dictionary.
B) data definition diagram.
C) entity-relationship diagram.
D) relationship dictionary.

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The definition provided matches the definition of a data dictionary, which is a central repository for storing information about data elements and their characteristics. The other options, such as data definition diagram, entity-relationship diagram, and relationship dictionary, may be related to data modeling or database design, but they do not specifically match the definition provided.

An Automated or Manual File That Stores Information About Data