This formula, sampling rate duration of recording in seconds (bit resolution / 8) × 2 equals, is best for calculating the file size of a __________.
A) monophonic recording
B) lossy recording
C) decibel recording
D) stereo recording

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The formula for calculating file size of a recording is dependent on the number of channels. A stereo recording has 2 channels, which is why the formula includes the multiplication by 2. Monophonic recordings have only 1 channel, so the formula would not include the multiplication by 2. Lossy and decibel recordings are not types of recordings and do not affect file size calculation.

This Formula, Sampling Rate Duration of Recording in Seconds (Bit