Before Any Data Can Be Read from or Written on a Hard

question 27

Multiple Choice

Before any data can be read from or written on a hard disk, what must happen to the disk?

• A)partitioning
• B)wiping
• C)formatting
• D)encrypting

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Definitions:

Acoustic Stimulus

A sound or auditory signal that triggers a response in a receiver, commonly studied in animal communication and human psychology.

Genetic Differences

Variation in the DNA sequences among individuals or populations, which can influence traits, disease susceptibility, and adaptation to environmental changes.

Environmental Adaptation

The method through which living beings adapt to changes in their existing surroundings or new habitats, improving their chances of survival and reproduction.

Adaptive Value

The extent to which a trait or behavior increases the likelihood of survival and reproduction of an organism within a specific environment.