A General Rule of Thumb for Selecting a Proper Time

question 19

Multiple Choice

A general rule of thumb for selecting a proper time quantum in Round Robin scheduling is that it should be long enough to allow ____ percent of the CPU cycles to run to completion.

• A) 20
• B) 60
• C) 80
• D) 100

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Definitions:

Energy-Expending Situations

describe scenarios that require the body to use stored energy to maintain homeostasis, such as exercise or stress responses.

Beta Adrenergic Receptors

Cell surface receptors that are sensitive to epinephrine and norepinephrine and are involved in the fight-or-flight response, affecting heart rate, muscle strength, blood pressure, and metabolism.

Muscle Contraction

The process where muscle fibers shorten or tighten, leading to movement or stabilization of body parts.

Intestinal Muscle

Smooth muscle found in the intestines, responsible for the movement of food along the digestive tract through peristalsis.