Question

a scientist needs to send data from a satellite to earth and then save it for many years. which statement best explains why a digital signal is the ideal choice for this task? it can be stored perfectly and travels long distances without losing quality. it uses complex waves that are easy to recover. it is designed for short - range communication and temporary storage. it becomes more reliable when recorded on older devices.

Explanation:

Digital signals maintain their integrity over long transmissions (like satellite to Earth) and can be stored long-term without quality loss, which matches the task requirements. The other options describe traits of analog signals or incorrect uses of digital signals.

Answer:

It can be stored perfectly and travels long distances without losing quality.