When using field matching which is the best approach if using First Name as a match field?
A) Never use First Name as it is not necessary
B) No standardization of First Name field is necessary
C) Use the Edit Distance strategy
D) Create Soundex or NYSIIS value for the First Name and use it in match

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Soundex or NYSIIS values are phonetic encoding algorithms that can be used to match names with similar pronunciations, even if they are spelled differently. This makes them a good choice for matching First Names, which can often have multiple spellings.

When Using Field Matching Which Is the Best Approach If