What information does a file extension help identify?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Type of file
A file extension is the ending after the final dot in a filename, such as .odt, .pdf, .jpg, or .mp3. It commonly indicates the file format and helps the operating system or user choose a suitable application. An extension is not a guarantee that the file is safe, and it does not describe furniture, mouse size, or printer sound.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Type of file
Why is this the correct answer?
A file extension is the ending after the final dot in a filename, such as .odt, .pdf, .jpg, or .mp3. It commonly indicates the file format and helps the operating system or user choose a suitable application. An extension is not a guarantee that the file is safe, and it does not describe furniture, mouse size, or printer sound.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Information Technology question. Chapter: Digital Documentation Advanced using LibreOffice Writer.
