To perform a computing task,software uses hardware for four basic functions: ____.
A)input, storage, retrieval, and display
B)input, processing, storage, and output
C)input, storage, alteration, and output
D)output, input, analysis, and viewing

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Software uses hardware for inputting data, processing it, storing it, and outputting the results. Input refers to the process of getting data from the user or other sources, processing involves manipulating and analyzing the data, storage refers to saving data for later use, and output refers to presenting the results to the user or other devices. Choice B covers all four of these basic functions.

To Perform a Computing Task,software Uses Hardware for Four Basic