π Attribute Prominence
π Definition:
Attribute prominence refers to how essential an attribute is in defining an entity. It determines whether the entity can still be recognized if a specific attribute is removed. ποΈβ¨
π Example:
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Consider the entity "Germany" π©πͺ:
- βοΈ Removing the attribute: "football league" β½ β Germany remains a country.
- β Removing the attribute: "population" π₯ β Germany would no longer be a functioning country, as a country without people does not exist.
π Key Insight:
- β If an entity cannot be defined without a specific attribute, that attribute is prominent.
- β If an entity retains its identity even without that attribute, then it is not prominent.