CD-RW, like that in the accompanying figure, is an abbreviation for ____.
A) computer drive read-only
B) computer disc-rewriteable
C) compact disc-recordable
D) compact disc-rewriteable

Question

CD-RW, like that in the accompanying figure, is an abbreviation for ____.
A) computer drive read-only 
B) computer disc-rewriteable 
C) compact disc-recordable 
D) compact disc-rewriteable

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

CD-RW stands for Compact Disc-Rewritable, indicating that the disc can be written to and rewritten multiple times. Option A (computer drive read-only) and option B (computer disc-rewriteable) do not accurately describe the function of a CD-RW. Option C (compact disc-recordable) refers to a different type of disc that can only be written to once.

CD-RW, Like That in the Accompanying Figure, Is an Abbreviation