The Fiber-Optic Cables That Span the Globe Over Land and Under

question 21

Multiple Choice

The fiber-optic cables that span the globe over land and under sea make up the Internet _____.

• A)ultrastructure
• B)backbone
• C) layer
• D) protocol

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Definitions:

Purchase Discounts

A reduction in the price paid for goods or services if payment is made within a specified period, used as an incentive for early payment.

Cash

Money in the form of currency, including bills and coins, that can be used to pay for goods and services.

Internal Control

Methods and systems put in place by an organization to guarantee the accuracy of financial and accounting data, encourage responsibility, and deter dishonest practices.