Informatics Practices
Assertion (A): Utility software performs tasks to allow smooth functioning of a computer system.
Reasoning (R): Without utility software, it is not possible for a computer system to work.
- Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
- Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
- A is true but R is false.
- A is false but R is true.
Computer System
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Answer
A is true but R is false.
Explanation
Utility software performs tasks that contribute to the smooth functioning of a computer system, such as disk cleanup, antivirus protection, and file management. While a computer system can still work without utility software, this software helps manage, maintain, and control computer resources.
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