Which two options allow an application to access a database? Choose 2 answers

Which two options allow an application to access a database? Choose 2 answers
A . Structured Query Language (SQL)
B . Java Database Connectivity (JDBC)
C . Database management system (DBMS)
D . Open Database Connectivity (ODBC) application
E . Graphical user interface (GUI)

Answer: A, B

Explanation:

SQLis a standard language used to communicate with and manage databases. It allows applications to perform operations such as querying, updating, and managing data.

JDBCis an API in Java that enables Java applications to interact with databases. It provides methods for querying and updating data in a database using SQL.

DBMS (Database Management System) is the system software for creating and managing databases but not directly used by applications for database access.

ODBC (Open Database Connectivity) is another standard API but specific to applications in a broader range of languages and platforms.

GUI (Graphical User Interface) is a user interface and not a method for applications to access databases.

References:

"SQL: The Complete Reference" by James R. Groff and Paul N. Weinberg.

"Java Database Connectivity: JDBC and Java" by Daniel K. Akers.