Transaction processing systems process data in two basic ways: _______________ and _______________.
A) Online processing, offline processing
B) Online/real-time processing, batch processing
C) Distributed processing, centralized processing
D) Replicated processing, distributed processing

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Transaction processing systems process data in two basic ways: online/real-time processing, where data is processed as soon as it is entered into the system, and batch processing, where data is collected over a period of time and processed together in batches. Choice A, offline processing, is not a commonly used term in transaction processing systems, and is not a valid option. Choice C, distributed processing and centralized processing, are not mutually exclusive processing methods and therefore do not provide a clear distinction between the two basic processing methods. Choice D, replicated processing and distributed processing, are also not mutually exclusive and do not provide a clear distinction between the two basic processing methods.

Transaction Processing Systems Process Data in Two Basic Ways: _______________