The Key Development That Allowed for the Transition to the Digital

question 23

Multiple Choice

The key development that allowed for the transition to the digital age was _______.

• A)the ability to convert images, text, and sounds into binary code
• B)the telegraph
• C)the ability to broadcast voices, music, and other sounds via the radio
• D)television
• E)None of the above options is correct.

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