A ________ control entails verifying that the proper number of bits are set to the value 1 in each character received.
A)echo check
B)field check
C)parity check
D)trailer record

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A parity check involves adding an extra bit to each character to ensure that the total number of bits set to the value 1 is always even or odd, depending on the parity used. This allows for detection of errors such as a single bit being flipped during transmission.

A ________ Control Entails Verifying That the Proper Number of Bits