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What term describes the act of using the keyboard to place information in a search engine?

  1. Data

  2. Information

  3. Knowledge

  4. Processing

The correct answer is: Data

Typing information into a search engine using a keyboard falls under the category of entering data. Data refers to raw facts and figures, such as the words or phrases entered into a search engine. It is essential for nurses to understand the difference between data, information, and knowledge when working with healthcare information systems. In this case, selecting "Data" as the term to describe this action is the most appropriate choice.