Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) — Question 121

If the HIM Department has purchased 100 unites of 8-shelf files and plans to use the terminal digit filing system, how many shelves should be allocated to each primary number?

Answer options

• A. 8
• B. 10
• C. 12
• D. 100

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because with 100 units and each unit having 8 shelves, the total number of shelves is 800. Dividing 800 shelves by the primary numbers allows for an equal allocation of 8 shelves per primary number. The other options are incorrect because they suggest a different allocation that does not correspond to the total available shelves.