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FC0-U71 Version Control System Practice Question
A software developer needs to track changes to source code over time. Which type of software should they use?
⚠ Common exam trap
Candidates may incorrectly assume that graphic design software's version history feature can track code changes, but version control systems are purpose-built for this task and offer features like branching, merging, and commit histories.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Version control
Version control software (e.g., Git) is specifically designed to track changes to source code over time, allowing developers to manage revisions, collaborate, and revert to previous states. Graphic design software, project management tools, and database management systems do not provide the necessary functionality for source code versioning.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Project management
Why it's wrong here
Project management software is used for planning, tracking tasks, and collaboration, but it does not track changes to source code.
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Graphic design
Why it's wrong here
Graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop) includes version history for images, but it is not designed for source code version control.
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Version control
Why this is correct
Version control software (e.g., Git, SVN) is the correct tool for tracking source code changes, enabling collaboration and revision history.
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Database management
Why it's wrong here
Database management software handles storage and retrieval of data, not version tracking of source code.
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