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In a file system, what happens if two files in the same folder have the exact same name?

hard📝 Application Q9 of 15
Intro to Computing - How Files and Folders Organize Data
In a file system, what happens if two files in the same folder have the exact same name?
AThe folder merges the two files into one
BBoth files are stored separately without issues
CThe second file overwrites the first file
DThe system automatically renames the second file
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand file naming rules

    File systems do not allow two files with the same name in the same folder; saving a file with an existing name overwrites it.

  2. Step 2: Evaluate other options

    Systems do not store duplicates separately or rename automatically without user action; merging files is not automatic.

  3. Final Answer:

    The second file overwrites the first file -> Option C

  4. Quick Check:

    Duplicate file names cause overwrite [OK]
Quick Trick: Same name files overwrite in same folder [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Thinking system auto-renames files
  • Assuming files merge automatically
  • Believing duplicates can coexist in same folder

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