CompTIA Data+ (DA0-001) — Question 256

Which of the following is a flat file data format?

Answer options

• A. XML
• B. CSV
• C. JSON
• D. HTML

Correct answer: B

Explanation

CSV is a flat file format because it stores data in a simple, tabular structure, using commas to separate values. In contrast, XML, JSON, and HTML are more complex formats that support hierarchical data structures and additional metadata, making them not flat file formats.