You Are Testing Out a New Multitasking Operating System

question 13

Multiple Choice

You are testing out a new multitasking operating system. In your testing, you find that some applications are not getting sufficient CPU time while other applications are getting more than necessary. Which component is likely to be the cause of this problem?

• A)BIOS
• B)CPU
• C)shell
• D)kernel

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Definitions:

Net Markdowns

The total decrease in the selling price of merchandise over a period, minus any markdown cancellations or recoveries.

Freight-in Charges

Costs incurred in bringing inventory to its present location and condition, typically including transportation charges.

LIFO Retail Inventory Method

An inventory costing method that assumes the last items placed in inventory are sold first, not necessarily reflecting the actual physical flow of merchandise.

Ending Inventory

The value of goods available for sale at the end of an accounting period, calculated as the beginning inventory plus purchases minus cost of goods sold.