Transactions are typically processed either [A] all together for a defined time window (e.g.end of a day or week)or [B] processed as each transaction occurs.The second method [B] is called ________ processing.
A)Batch
B)Cluster
C)Periodic
D)Real-time

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The second method described in the question is real-time processing, where transactions are processed as soon as they occur. Batch processing refers to processing a group of transactions at once for a defined time window, while periodic processing refers to processing transactions at specific intervals (e.g. every hour). Cluster processing does not apply to transaction processing. Therefore, the best choice is D - Real-time.

Transactions Are Typically Processed Either [A] All Together for a Defined