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Computer Studies Data Representation

What is a bit?

A A group of 8 bytes

B The smallest unit of data with value 0 or 1

C A unit equal to 1024 bytes

D A type of storage device

A bit (Binary Digit) is the smallest unit of data in a computer. It can only hold one of two values: 0 or 1.

Reference: Computer Studies Textbook , Page 11

Bit stands for Binary digIT — the smallest possible piece of data.