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Question 1

SHA-1 is the most commonly used SHA algorithm, and produces a ______-byte hash value(size).

    Correct Answer: D

    SHA-1 produces a 20-byte (160-bit) hash value. Each byte contains 8 bits, and since SHA-1 generates a 160-bit hash, this equates to 20 bytes. It is well-known in cryptographic practices and standard documentation.

Discussion
xxxdolorxxxOption: D

D is the right answer: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SHA-1#:~:text=In%20cryptography%2C%20SHA%2D1%20(,hexadecimal%20number%2C%2040%20digits%20long.