_________ defines the properties of a data object and take on one of the three different characteristics.
A. data object
B. attributes
C. relationships
D. data object and attributes
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Correct answer is B. attributes
Easiest explanation: They can be used to name an instance of the data object, describe the instance, or make reference to another instance in another table.