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What role does the BIOS play?
  1. The BIOS loads the operating system.
  2. The BIOS mediates between the operating system and the computer.
  3. The BIOS mediates between the operating system and the user.
  4. The BIOS is a backup in case the operating system fails.
Explanation
Answer: A - The basic input/output system (BIOS) loads the operating system. It turns on the computer’s hardware and then runs a piece of code called the boot sector, which boots the operating system.
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