File Management for Year 7 Computing: Interactive Quizzes and Practice

Question 1

What type of extension is NOT associated with a text document?

Accepted Answer

.pdf

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.txt

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.doc

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.docx

Question 2

Which option allows you to save a file with a different name?

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Save As

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Save

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New

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Open

Question 3

What does a file path represent?

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A sequence of folders and file names leading to a specific file's location

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A command for opening a file

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A file extension type

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A list of all files stored on a computer

Question 4

What is the key difference between a file and a folder?

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A file stores data while a folder organizes files

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A folder stores data while a file organizes folders

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They are both the same type of item

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Both files and folders can store data and organize items

Question 5

Which file extension is commonly associated with images?

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.jpg

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.txt

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.exe

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.pdf

Question 6

What is the primary use of the 'Desktop' folder?

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To store frequently accessed files

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To store all files on the computer

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To store temporary files

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To store system files

Question 7

What is the correct way to create a new folder?

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Click 'New' > 'Folder'

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Click 'Open' > 'New Folder'

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Click 'Save' > 'Create New Folder'

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Click 'Help' > 'New Folder'

Question 8

Which file extension is commonly associated with images?

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.jpg

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.txt

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.mp3

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.doc

Question 9

Which is NOT a good file management practice?

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Saving files in multiple locations

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Using descriptive file names

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Organizing files into folders

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Backing up important files regularly

Question 10

What's the purpose of a file path?

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To show the location of a file on the computer

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To give the file a unique name

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To store the contents of the file

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To protect the file from unauthorized access

Question 11

What is the difference between a local file and a cloud file?

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Local files are stored on your computer, while cloud files are stored online.

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Cloud files are stored on your computer, while local files are stored online.

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They are the same thing.

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Local files are more secure than cloud files.

Question 12

Which file extension is used specifically for text documents?

Accepted Answer

txt

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jpg

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mp3

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doc

Question 13

In Windows, what keyboard shortcut can you use to quickly create a new folder?

Accepted Answer

Ctrl + N

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Ctrl + F

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Ctrl + S

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Ctrl + P

Question 14

What is the key difference between a file and a directory?

Accepted Answer

A file stores data, while a directory organizes and groups files.

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A directory stores data, while a file organizes and groups files.

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Files and directories are essentially the same thing.

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There is no difference between a file and a directory.

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a valid method for saving a file?

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Closing the application without saving

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Clicking the save button

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Using the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + S

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Selecting 'Save As' from the file menu

Question 16

What is the main purpose of using a file path?

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To identify and locate a specific file on your computer

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To create and organize new folders

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To change the name of a file

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To delete a file permanently

Question 17

Which of the following is considered a best practice for naming folders?

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Use short, descriptive names that clearly indicate the folder's content

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Use abbreviations and special characters to save space

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Keep folder names long and detailed for easy identification

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Use different fonts and colors for each folder to make them visually distinct

Question 18

What is the primary function of a file manager?

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To manage and organize files and folders

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To edit and modify images and videos

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To browse the internet and access websites

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To play and stream music and other audio files

Question 19

Which of the following is an important safety measure when working with files?

Accepted Answer

Back up important files regularly to prevent data loss

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Open and download files from unknown sources without hesitation

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Click on all pop-ups and notifications without caution

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Store personal and confidential data in publicly accessible folders

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of file management systems?

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Running computer programs

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Creating and organizing files and folders

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Protecting data from unauthorized access

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Backing up and restoring data

Question 21

What is the main purpose of a folder?

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To group related files together

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To store individual files

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To create shortcuts to frequently used files

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To protect files from viruses

Question 22

What is the main difference between a file and a folder?

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A file contains data, while a folder contains files.

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A folder can contain data, while a file cannot.

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They are both the same thing.

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A folder contains subfolders, while a file contains data.

Question 23

What is the purpose of a file extension?

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To provide additional information about the file

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To make it easier to open the file

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To protect the file from viruses

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To create a shortcut to the file

Question 24

Which of the following file extensions is used for images?

Accepted Answer

.png

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.txt

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.docx

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.exe

Question 25

What is the process of arranging files and folders in a logical structure called?

Accepted Answer

File management

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Folder organization

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Disk management

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Data storage

Question 26

Which file type is commonly used for storing text?

Accepted Answer

.txt

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.mp4

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.jpg

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.exe

Question 27

What is the main difference between a file and a folder?

Accepted Answer

A file contains data, while a folder stores files

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A folder contains data, while a file stores files

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They are the same thing

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A file can be opened and edited, while a folder cannot

Question 28

What's the key difference between a file and a folder?

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A file holds data, while a folder groups similar files.

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A folder holds data, while a file groups similar files.

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Files and folders both store data.

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Neither files nor folders store data.

Question 29

How do you create a new file inside a particular folder?

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Right-click in the folder and select 'New' and then 'File'

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Drag and drop a file from another folder into the target folder

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Click on the 'File' menu and select 'Save As'

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Type the file name in the address bar of the file explorer

Question 30

Which advantage does organizing files into folders provide?

Accepted Answer

Files can be found more easily

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Storage space is used more efficiently

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Data is more secure

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The system runs faster

Question 31

What happens when you 'delete' a file?

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It goes to the Recycle Bin

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It disappears from your computer forever

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It is compressed and put in a temporary location

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It is encrypted and hidden from view

Question 32

What is the purpose of a file name?

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To identify the file and tell it apart from others

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To store the file's contents

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To show how big the file is

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To control who can access the file

Question 33

What is the difference between a folder and a file?

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A folder can hold files and other folders, while a file contains data.

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A file can hold folders and other files, while a folder contains data.

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Folders and files are the same thing.

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Files can hold folders, while folders cannot hold files.

Question 34

What is the name of the default file manager in Windows?

Accepted Answer

File Explorer

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Finder

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System Explorer

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File Manager

Question 35

Why is it crucial to use clear and descriptive file names when organizing your files?

Accepted Answer

Descriptive file names help you quickly identify the contents of a file.

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Descriptive file names prevent you from accidentally deleting important files.

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Descriptive file names make your computer run faster.

Question 36

Which of the following is NOT a type of computer file or data storage component?

Accepted Answer

Hard Drive

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Text file

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Folder

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Image file

Question 37

What is the purpose of a file extension?

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Helps the computer identify the type of file

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Makes it easier to open the file

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Helps reduce the file size

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Protects the file from viruses

Question 38

In Windows, what character is used to separate folders in a file path?

Accepted Answer

\

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/

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|

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:

Question 39

Which of the following is a benefit of organizing files into folders?

Accepted Answer

Makes it easier to find files

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Saves space on the computer

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Protects the files from being accidentally deleted

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Makes the computer run faster

Question 40

What is the purpose of the Recycle Bin in Windows?

Accepted Answer

To temporarily store files that have been deleted

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To speed up the computer

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To protect the computer from viruses

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To create backups of files

Question 41

What is the difference between saving and saving as?

Accepted Answer

Saving as creates a new file, while saving saves changes to the existing file.

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Saving creates a new file, while saving as saves changes to the existing file.

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Saving and saving as do the exact same thing.

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Saving saves the file in the current location, while saving as creates a new file.

Question 42

What is a shortcut?

Accepted Answer

A link to a file or folder

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A copy of a file or folder

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A program that opens a file or folder

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A way to protect a file or folder

Question 43

Which of these is not a type of file storage device?

Accepted Answer

Central Processing Unit (CPU)

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Hard disk drive

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USB flash drive

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Cloud storage

Question 44

Which file extension is used for text documents?

Accepted Answer

.txt

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.doc

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.xls

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.ppt

Question 45

Which file management strategy is most effective for organizing a large number of files?

Accepted Answer

Using folders and subfolders

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Storing files in various locations

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Renaming files with basic names

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Relying on a file search tool

Question 46

What is the usual file extension for documents with text?

Accepted Answer

.txt

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.mp3

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.exe

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.jpg

Question 47

Why do we create folders on a computer?

Accepted Answer

To keep related files together and organized.

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To send emails.

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To store images.

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To run programs.

Question 48

Which of these names can't be used for a file or folder?

Accepted Answer

My*File

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My_File

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MyFile

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My File

Question 49

Which keyboard shortcut is used to make a new folder?

Accepted Answer

Ctrl+N

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Ctrl+F

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Ctrl+O

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Shift+Delete

Question 50

What's the main job of a file explorer?

Accepted Answer

It helps you find, organize, and look at files and folders easily.

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It can create new files and folders.

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It can edit text documents.

Question 51

What's a risk of sharing files online?

Accepted Answer

Getting harmful software (malware) on your computer.

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Damaged files.

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Slow internet speed.

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Websites crashing.

Question 52

Which of these is NOT a common type of image file?

Accepted Answer

.mp4

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.jpg

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.gif

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.png