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Basic Computer/IT QUESTION #2609
Question 1
An office computer stores a simple text file containing exactly 5 characters (5 bytes). How many bits of storage does this file use?
  • 5 bits
  • 10 bits
  • 20 bits
  • 40 bits✔️
Correct Answer Explanation
Since 1 byte = 8 bits: \(5 \times 8 = 40\) bits. Each character in a simple text file typically requires 1 byte (8 bits) of storage. This is a fundamental calculation for understanding file sizes and storage requirements.