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The memory of a computer is commonly expressed in terms of Kilobytes or Megabytes. A byte is made up of

(a) eight binary digits
(b) eight decimal digits
(c) two binary digits
(d) two decimal digits
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Answer: (a) eight binary digits

For reproducing sound, a CD (Compact Disc) audio player uses a

(a) quartz crystal
(b) titanium needle
(c) laser beam
(d) barium titanate ceramic
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Answer: (c) laser beam