Raw types are used to store _________ data.
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binary
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Character
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ASCII
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All of the above
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Raw types in database systems are specifically designed to store binary data in its native format without character set conversion or interpretation. Unlike character or ASCII data types which assume text encoding, raw types preserve the exact binary representation of the data, making them suitable for storing binary objects like images, compiled code, or encrypted data.