What component would you use to allow users to select one option from many?

The appropriate component for allowing users to select one option from many is a Dropdown. This component presents a list of choices in a compact form, enabling users to click and view available options. Once a selection is made, only the chosen option is displayed, which helps maintain a clean and organized user interface.

Dropdowns are specifically designed for single selection, which aligns with the requirement of selecting one option from a set. They are commonly used for situations where space is limited and users need to make a clear choice without displaying all options upfront.

In contrast, the Text Field and Text Area components are primarily used for user input in free-form text and do not limit users to predefined options. Consequently, they are not suitable for restricting selection to one option from multiple choices. Check Boxes, on the other hand, allow for multiple selections from a list, which does not fulfill the requirement of selecting only one option.