In a database context, a(n) _____ indicates the use of different names to describe the same attribute.
A) entity
B) duplicate
C) synonym
D) homonym

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A synonym refers to the use of different names for the same attribute. An entity refers to a distinct object or concept in a database. A duplicate refers to an exact copy of an attribute or record, which is not the same as a synonym. A homonym refers to two or more words having the same spelling or pronunciation but different meanings and origins, which is not relevant in a database context. Therefore, the best choice is C, synonym.

In a Database Context, A(n) _____ Indicates the Use of Different