Final answer:
In the context of a data hierarchy, a bit is the smallest unit of data representation, a field is a grouping of characters, a record is a collection of attributes describing an entity, a file is a group of related records, and a database is an integrated collection of records.
Step-by-step explanation:
Matching the correct item definitions in column 'B' with the items in column 'A' related to data hierarchy:
- Bit - D. the smallest unit of data representation
- Field - E. Grouping of characters
- Record - C. A collection of attributes that describe a real-world entity
- File - B. A group of related records
- Database - A. an integrated collection of logically related records or files