Question

Which of the following is NOT true about creating queries in Design view?

1) In the query window, you can include specific fields, define criteria, sort records, and perform calculations.
2) The query window in Design view allows you to specify the data you want to see by building a query by wizard.
3) When you use the query window, you have more control and more options available to manage the details of the query design than with the Simple Query Wizard.
4) When you open Design view, by default, the Show Table dialog box opens with a list of available tables and queries to add.

Answer 1

Option 2 is incorrect because Design View is used for manual creation of queries, and does not build queries via a wizard. Design View provides a detailed control over queries, whereas a wizard guides users through steps with less detailed control.

Step-by-step explanation:

The student question pertains to the creation of queries in Design View within a database management system, such as Microsoft Access. Option 2, which states, "The query window in Design view allows you to specify the data you want to see by building a query by wizard," is NOT true. The Design View is for manually constructing queries by specifying tables, fields, sort order, and criteria; whereas, a wizard is a separate, automated tool that helps build queries without detailed user specification.

Design View gives you detailed control over your query, allowing you to specify specific fields, define criteria, apply sorting, and perform calculations. The Show Table dialog box is typically presented by default when you enter Design View, offering a list of tables and other queries that you can use in your query design. It’s worth noting that switching between Design View and a wizard is not interchangeable because each serves a different purpose based on the user's needs.