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id: 678e6349dfa64cd74f90c49e
title: Task 71
challengeType: 19
dashedName: task-71
lang: en-US
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# --instructions--

Read the text and answer the question below.

# --questions--

## --text--

Jake really wants the team to use Visual Studio Code, so he tried to persuade them with this email:

`Visual Studio Code is a popular choice for development because it is lightweight and customizable. It offers many extensions to meet the needs of different teams and comes with built-in security features to protect the codebase. Since it's flexible, it works well for various types of projects.`

`The tool makes teamwork easier by supporting version control, so developers can track changes to the code. It also helps with code refactoring, improving the structure of the code when needed. It's useful for large teams working on complex projects.`

`Besides, Visual Studio Code helps detect vulnerabilities with security plugins and offers strong debugging tools. These features make it easier to maintain high-quality, secure software.`

What is one reason why Visual Studio Code is popular?

## --answers--

It has a built-in debugger.

### --feedback--

Although Visual Studio Code does have debugging features, the text mentions its popularity is due to other aspects.

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It is lightweight and can be customized.

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It is a free tool.

### --feedback--

The text does not mention that Visual Studio Code is free as a reason for its popularity.

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It offers cloud storage.

### --feedback--

Cloud storage is not mentioned in the text as a reason why Visual Studio Code is popular.

## --video-solution--

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# --explanation--

To find the correct answer, focus on the evidence provided in the text.

The text mentions that `Visual Studio Code is a popular choice for development because it is lightweight and customizable`, which explains why it is favored for different types of projects.
