Question

question 7 of 10
what is the smallest unit of data capable of storing one character, like the
letter s or the symbol +?

a. a nibble

b. a byte

c. a bit

d. a switch

Explanation:

To determine the smallest unit of data that can store one character, we analyze each option:

• Option A: A nibble is 4 bits and is not the smallest unit for storing a character.
• Option B: A byte is typically 8 bits and is the standard unit for storing one character (like a letter or symbol) in computer systems.
• Option C: A bit is the smallest unit of data (representing 0 or 1), but it cannot store a full character alone.
• Option D: A switch is a networking device, not a data storage unit.

Answer:

B. A byte