Which of the following is a common type of digital file used in photography?

The answer reflects the fact that all the listed file formats—JPEG, PNG, and TIFF—are commonly used in photography for different purposes.

JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) is one of the most popular file formats for photos because it provides a good balance of image quality and file size through lossy compression. This makes it ideal for sharing images online or storing a large number of photos with relatively small file sizes.

PNG (Portable Network Graphics) is another digital file format that, while primarily designed for images with transparent backgrounds, can also be used in photography, especially for images that require lossless compression, meaning no data is lost during the file-saving process. This is useful for images that need to maintain their quality in multiple edits or web graphics.

TIFF (Tagged Image File Format) is a high-quality file format often used in professional photography and printing. It supports both lossless compression and high color depths, making it suitable for images that require detailed editing and for archiving purposes, as it preserves the image quality better than JPEG.

Since each of these formats serves specific needs in photographic practice, recognizing that all these file types are common provides a broader understanding of how digital photography utilizes various formats depending on the context and requirements.