close() operation _____ an open count associated with a given file.
A) decreases
B) increases
C) resets
D) does not change

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The close() operation decreases the open count associated with a given file. When a file is opened, its open count is incremented, and when it is closed, the open count is decremented. This open count is used to prevent other processes or threads from accessing the file while it is still in use.

Close() Operation _____ an Open Count Associated with a Given