Which of the following is generally true of Finite Impulse Response (FIR) filters?

A defining characteristic of Finite Impulse Response (FIR) filters in digital signal processing is their ability to provide a strictly linear phase response. This means that FIR filters can delay all frequency components of a passing signal by the exact same amount of time. Because all frequencies are delayed equally, the filter preserves the original waveform's shape and prevents phase distortion. This is highly desirable in data transmission and digital voice modes where maintaining the precise timing of frequency components is critical. Other options are incorrect because FIR filters typically require more computational resources (more taps) than Infinite Impulse Response (IIR) filters to achieve the same steep passband rolloff, meaning they are not necessarily easier or faster to implement.