The concept that the quality of the output is only as good as the quality of the input, which sometimes is known as ____, is familiar to IT professionals, who recognize that the best time to avoid problems is when data is entered.
A)bad input, bad output (BIBO)
B)garbage in, garbage out (GIGO)
C)poor start, poor finish (PSPF)
D)weak hand, weak hold (WHWH)

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The phrase "garbage in, garbage out" is commonly used in IT to emphasize that the quality of the input data directly affects the quality of the output. This emphasizes the importance of data quality control and accuracy in the input stage of a process. The other options listed are not commonly used phrases in IT and do not convey the same meaning as GIGO.

The Concept That the Quality of the Output Is Only