The Primary Disadvantage of Contiguous Storage Is That ____

question 38

Multiple Choice

The primary disadvantage of contiguous storage is that ____.

• A) the file system is difficult to create,implement,and manage
• B) a file can be spread in small pieces throughout the storage area
• C) a file can't be expanded unless there is empty space available immediately following it
• D) the file system cannot support direct access

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Definitions:

Persuasion

The process aimed at changing a person's (or a group's) attitude or behavior towards some event, idea, object, or other person(s), through the use of written or spoken words to convey information, feelings, or reasoning.

Gender Schema Theory

A theory suggesting that individuals learn about gender roles and develop gender-based beliefs by observing and internalizing societal expectations.

Gender Constancy

The understanding that a person's gender remains the same even if outward appearances or roles change, typically developed by age 6 or 7.

Theory of Mind

The ability to attribute mental states—beliefs, intents, desires, emotions, knowledge—to oneself and others and to understand that others have beliefs, desires, and intentions that are different from one's own.