Character Special Files Are Used by Input-Output Devices for Communicating

question 8

Multiple Choice

Character special files are used by input-output devices for communicating one character at a time,providing what is called ____ data.

• A)raw
• B)binary
• C)ASCII
• D)block

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Definitions:

Acid-test Ratio

A stringent indicator of a company's short-term liquidity, measuring its ability to cover short-term liabilities with its most liquid assets, excluding inventory.

Working Capital

A financial metric representing the operational liquidity available to a business, calculated as current assets minus current liabilities.

Price-Earnings Ratio

A valuation ratio of a company's current share price compared to its per-share earnings, used to evaluate if the stock is undervalued or overvalued.

Analytical Tools

Instruments or techniques used to analyze data or financial information, often for business or economic forecasting.