Question

140.168.220.200 is a 32-bit binary number represented as four decimal values, each 8 bits, in the range 0 to 255 separated by decimal points. What is this number called?

• A. IP Address
• B. Web Address
• C. MAC Address
• D. Port Address

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Computer networks utilize diverse address types for device and resource identification. The following data is examined:

Address Type	Description
IP Address	A 32-bit number, typically shown as four decimal octets. Identifies devices on a network.
Web Address	Also known as a URL, it indicates a resource's location on the Internet.
MAC Address	A unique hardware identifier for network interfaces at the data link layer.
Port Address	A transport layer endpoint differentiating applications or services on a device.

The format 140.168.220.200 aligns with the definition of an IP Address. This is consistent with its structure of four decimal values, each ranging from 0 to 255, conforming to the IPv4 standard. Consequently, 140.168.220.200 is classified as an IP Address.