Which operating system directly preceded Windows 10?

Difficulty: Easy

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This Easy Windows 10/11 Mcqs question asks: Which operating system directly preceded Windows 10? The correct choice is D. Windows 8.1. Read the options below, commit to one, then use the explanation to see why that choice holds and why the others do not.

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A. Windows Vista
Why not A: “Windows Vista” is not Windows 8.1.
B. Windows 7
Why not B: “Windows 7” is not Windows 8.1.
C. Windows XP
Why not C: “Windows XP” is not Windows 8.1.
D. Windows 8.1 ✓

Correct answer

D. Windows 8.1

Explanation

Windows 8.1 is the term that matches “Which operating system directly preceded Windows 10” (option D). Option A (Windows Vista) is a different value from Windows 8.1. Option B (Windows 7) is a different value from Windows 8.1. Option C (Windows XP) is a different value from Windows 8.1. Keep Windows 8.1 as the Windows 10/11 Mcqs fact for this stem.

Source: Windows 10/11 Official Documentation

Tags: Windows History & Editions

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