How do data normalization and data validation contribute to reliable reporting in a healthcare IT environment?

How do data normalization and data validation contribute to reliable reporting in a healthcare IT environment?

• A. Normalization changes data values; validation deletes invalid data.
• B. Normalization is about user interface; validation is about network security.
• C. Normalization standardizes formats; validation enforces data quality rules, improving accuracy and comparability of reports.
• D. Normalization and validation are unrelated to reporting.

Answer: (C)