What is the role of measurement in quantum computing?
a) To store quantum data
b) To collapse a qubit’s superposition into a classical 0 or 1 state
c) To entangle qubits
d) To perform quantum calculations
Answer:
b) To collapse a qubit’s superposition into a classical 0 or 1 state
Explanation:
Measurement in quantum computing forces a qubit to collapse from its quantum state (superposition) into a classical state of 0 or 1.