DA0-002 · Question #125
Which of the following is the best reason for a company to use a CSV file to share data instead of an Excel file?
The correct answer is B. CSV files are not vendor-specific. CSV (Comma-Separated Values) is a plain-text, open format that can be read and written by virtually any application, operating system, or programming language without requiring Microsoft Excel or any other proprietary software. Excel (.xlsx) files are a vendor-specific format…
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Which of the following is the best reason for a company to use a CSV file to share data instead of an Excel file?
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- ACSV files can store different types of encoding.
- BCSV files are not vendor-specific.
- CCSV files are smaller in size.
- DCSV files are easier to change in text editors.
How the community answered
(17 responses)- B88% (15)
- C6% (1)
- D6% (1)
Explanation
CSV (Comma-Separated Values) is a plain-text, open format that can be read and written by virtually any application, operating system, or programming language without requiring Microsoft Excel or any other proprietary software. Excel (.xlsx) files are a vendor-specific format tied to Microsoft's ecosystem. Using CSV ensures maximum interoperability across different tools, platforms, and organizations. While CSVs can be smaller and editable in text editors, the primary and most compelling business reason for sharing data as CSV is that it avoids vendor lock-in and guarantees any recipient can open it regardless of what software they use.
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