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A series of statements explaining how the data is to be processed is called

  • instruction
  • compiler
  • program
  • interpretor

Answer: Option C

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1. Shortest Job First executes first the job

  • with the least processor needs
  • that first entered the queue
  • that has been in the queue for the longest
  • that last entered the queue

Answer: Option A

2. Main function of shared memory is:

  • to use primary memory efficently
  • to do intra process communication
  • to do inter process communication
  • none of above

Answer: Option C

3. Root directory of a disk should be placed

  • at the fixed address in the main memory
  • at a fixed location on the disk
  • at the fixed location on system disk
  • anywhere on the disk

Answer: Option B

4. Dijkstra's algorithm deals with

  • mutual exclusion
  • deadlock recovery
  • deadlock avoidance
  • cache coherence

Answer: Option C

5. For multiprogramming operating system

  • special support from processor is essential
  • special support from processor is not essential
  • cache memory is essential
  • none of above

Answer: Option B

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