Solid State Components Are Less Likely to Fail Because They

question 14

Multiple Choice

Solid state components are less likely to fail because they:

• A) are driven by precise sets of software instructions.
• B) have the capability to both enable and inhibit the flow of electricity.
• C) have no moving parts.
• D) are composed of germanium instead of silicon.
• E) contain storage that retains data even when powered down.

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