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COM 101 Computer Hardware Components Objective Question

Question

Which storage measurement unit represents the smallest basic unit of data?
Options
A Byte
B Bit
Correct Answer
C Kilobyte
D Megabyte
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The basic unit used in computer data storage is called a bit (binary digit). It is composed of ones and zeros. A byte is a collection of bits (typically 8), and kilobytes and megabytes are larger units made up of bytes.

Hint

Recall the smallest unit of data mentioned, which is a single binary digit.

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