Which file organization allows efficient searching based on a sorted key?
2024
Which file organization allows efficient searching based on a sorted key?
- A.
Heap file
- B.
Ordered file
- C.
Hashed file
- D.
B-tree
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Correct answer: B
Ordered files store records in sorted order by key, enabling efficient binary search and range queries. This organization allows the system to quickly locate specific records or ranges without scanning all data.