Q: 35 (IAS/2022)
question_subject:
Current Affairs
question_exam:
IAS
stats:
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keywords:
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The term "qubit" is most commonly associated with quantum computing. In quantum computing, a qubit (short for "quantum bit") is the basic unit of quantum information.
While classical bits can exist in only one of two states (0 or 1), qubits can exist in multiple states simultaneously, a property known as superposition. This property allows quantum computers to perform certain calculations exponentially faster than classical computers, as they can process multiple possibilities at once.
Therefore, the context in which the term "qubit" is mentioned is quantum computing.
Preparing for Future Exams: Learning from the Analysis of Past Questions
Topics to study:
- Quantum computing
- Qubits
- Information theory
Sources:
Current Affairs
Related concepts:
- Entanglement