# Assessment 7

#### What is the role of the blockchain in data storage overlays? (Select ALL that apply)

* [x] To store a unique fingerprint of the file
* [x] To create an immutable timestamped record
* [ ] To store all files directly
* [ ] To manage the retrieval of files

**Notes to Learners**

The blockchain stores the hash, a unique fingerprint of that file, creating an immutable timestamped record.


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