SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 131

SSC CHSL Tier II - 02 Nov 2023 - Shift 1 • Computer • Q131

A _______ bit is an extra bit included with a binary message to make the total number of is either odd or even.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e, parity.

  • A parity bit is an extra bit included with a binary message to make the total number of bits either odd or even, depending on the desired parity scheme.
  • Parity bits are commonly used in data transmission and storage systems to detect errors in transmitted data.