entity relationship erd (with dots)

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has anyone come accross a specific type of erd that uses dots to represent optionality?

the best example of it i can find is here...
ERD-Widgets.gif


basically a black dot or white dot represent optional or mandatory.

can anyone tell me if this type of erd has a specific name and if there are examples of this in any books you know of?
and here...
erd.png


cheers,
 
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