Which of the Following Is Not True About De Facto

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not true about de facto standards?

• A)They never evolve into de jure standards.
• B)They are those standards that emerge in the marketplace.
• C)They tend not to be developed by an official industry or government body.
• D)They are generally supported by more than one vendor but de facto standards have no official standing.
• E)They tend to emerge based upon the needs/response of the marketplace.

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Definitions:

Lime Muds

Fine-grained sediments composed largely of calcium carbonate, typically formed in marine environments where organisms such as coral or foraminifera are prevalent.

Carbonate Rocks

Sedimentary rocks, such as limestone, that are primarily composed of carbonate minerals, typically formed in marine environments.

Oxidation

Oxidation is a chemical reaction in which a substance loses electrons, often resulting in rust in metals or changes in rock minerals due to exposure to oxygen and water.

Iron-bearing Minerals

Minerals that contain iron as a significant component, often influencing the rock's color and magnetic properties.