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Question
Which of the following devices uses light beams to digitally convert images, codes, text, or objects as two-dimensional (2D) digital files for transfer to the computer for processing?
A. Magnetic Character Reader
B. Optical Character Reader
C. Optical Mark Reader
D. Digital Camera
E. Magnetic Ink Character Reader
Answer
B. Optical Character Reader
Explanation: The correct answer is B because an Optical Character Reader (OCR) is a device that uses light beams to scan printed or handwritten text and convert it into digital data. This technology is widely used for digitizing printed documents, allowing for easy editing, searching, and archiving of text. The other options listed represent different types of data input devices but do not specifically function as OCR.
- Tags: Data Input, Information Technology, Optical Character Recognition
- Level: Level 1
- Topic: Information Systems Development and Security
- Series: NOV 2020
- Uploader: Dotse