Question

question 7 of 25
which technology allows companies to collect large amounts of data quickly
and easily?

a. word - processing program
b. smartboard
c. social media
d. programmable alarm clock

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Option A: A word - processing program is mainly for creating, editing, and formatting text documents. It is not designed for collecting large amounts of data quickly and easily.
• Option B: A Smartboard is an interactive whiteboard used for teaching, presentations, and collaborative work. It does not have the primary function of data collection in the context of companies gathering large - scale data.
• Option C: Social media platforms have a vast user base, and companies can use them to collect a large amount of user - generated data (such as user preferences, behaviors, and interactions) quickly and easily through various means like analytics tools, user surveys, and monitoring user activity.
• Option D: A programmable alarm clock is a device for setting alarms and has no relation to data collection for companies.

Answer:

C. Social media