The phonetic alphabet (Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, and so on) is an example of ______ in code design.
A) economy for sake of security
B) security for the sake of redundancy
C) redundancy for the sake of security
D) redundancy for the sake of economy

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The phonetic alphabet is designed to avoid misunderstanding and miscommunication, especially in noisy environments or over poor communication channels, by using distinct words for each letter. This redundancy (using longer, more distinct words instead of single letters) enhances clarity and security in communication, ensuring that messages are accurately transmitted and received.

The Phonetic Alphabet (Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, and So On) Is