In specialization, what does the term "subtypes" refer to?
- Generalized entities
- Shared attributes
- Specialized entities
- Unique identifiers
In specialization, "subtypes" refer to the specialized entities that are derived from a more generalized entity. These subtypes inherit the attributes and relationships of the parent entity but may also have unique characteristics specific to their subtype.
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