The rules for interpreting, categorizing, recording, and transferring the data to the data storage media are called .edits2.hypotheses3.theories4.codes

The correct answer is "4.codes".

Explanation:

1.edits - It is the modification or edition of data.

2.hypotheses - Assumption made from data that serves as the basis for initiating an investigation or an argument.

3.theories - Organized set of ideas that explain a phenomenon, deduced from observation, experience or logical reasoning.

So: The rules for interpreting, categorizing, recording, and transferring the data to the data storage media are called CODES.

im almost done gimme more time to get the answer

answer; the correct answer is (direct foreign investment);