UGC NET Questions (Paper – 1)

Statements A, B and C correctly describe how format choices influence document sharing, while D is incorrect. PDFs are widely used for fixed-layout sharing, proprietary formats may lock users into particular software and choosing common formats helps recipients open files easily. Claiming that format choice has no impact ignores practical issues like missing software or different versions. Therefore, the combination including A, B and C but excluding D is correct.

Option A:
Option A is incomplete because it lists only A and B and omits C. Although the roles of PDF and proprietary formats are important, explicitly stating that common formats aid compatibility adds a crucial practical point for communication.

Option B:
Option B is incorrect because it includes A, B and D and thereby accepts D. Since D denies the role of format choice in access problems, this combination conflicts with everyday ICT experience where incompatible file types often cause difficulties.

Option C:
Option C is correct because it brings together the three statements that highlight layout preservation, software dependence and deliberate choice of widely supported formats. Excluding D avoids the misleading claim that format choice is irrelevant.

Option D:
Option D is incomplete because it groups B and C only and leaves out A. Statement A explains why PDF is so commonly recommended, so its omission makes the picture of file formats less complete.