Why Is a Fragmented Disk Slower Than One That Is

question 137

Multiple Choice

Why is a fragmented disk slower than one that is defragmented?

• A)A fragmented disk contains temporary Internet files and unused program files that need to be deleted.
• B)A fragmented disk contains programs that were deleted using Windows Explorer.
• C)A fragmented disk has many files stored in noncontiguous sectors.
• D)A fragmented disk has no index.

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Definitions:

Convergent Thinking

A cognitive process in which a person focuses on a single, optimal solution to a problem, contrasting with divergent thinking.

Frontal Lobe Injury

Damage to the frontal part of the brain, affecting mood, behavior, and cognitive functions.

Convergent Thinking

A cognitive process in which a limited number of solutions are derived by focusing on a single, clear point of view, often used in problem-solving and decision-making.