Awarding payroll software to accommodate changes in tax legislation is an example of which of the following types of maintenance?

A. Adaptive
B. Corrective
C. Preventive
D. Detective
E. Perfective

 

Answer: A. Adaptive

Explanation: Adaptive maintenance involves modifying software to accommodate changes in the environment, such as updates to tax laws or other regulatory requirements. It is not focused on fixing errors (corrective maintenance) or enhancing performance (perfective maintenance), but rather adapting the system to external changes.