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SSC CHSL 2021 PYQ — Question 46

SSC CHSL - 16 April 2021 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q46

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JPEG is a commonly used method of lossy compression for digital images. What is the full form of JPEG?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4. i.e. Joint Photographic Experts Group.

  • JPEG stands for Joint Photographic Experts Group.
  • ​​​JPEG is a graphic image file compressed with lossy compression using the standard developed by the ISO Joint Photographic Experts Group. 
  • It is one of the most popular image formats on the internet and is supported by most web browsers and image editing software.
  •  JPEG was largely responsible for the proliferation of digital images and digital photos across the internet and later social media.