Multiple choice technology

All of the following statements concerning files are true EXCEPT:

  1. A file is a collection of related pieces of information stored together for easy reference.

  2. Files can be generated from an application.

  3. Files are stored in RAM.

  4. Files should be organized in folders.
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C Correct answer
Explanation

This is an EXCEPT question asking for the FALSE statement. Files are stored on permanent storage media like hard drives, SSDs, or flash drives, not in RAM. RAM is volatile memory that loses its contents when power is turned off. The other statements are all true: files are organized collections of data, applications create files, and organizing files in folders is good practice. Files may be loaded into RAM temporarily when accessed, but are not stored there permanently.

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