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:

Retained Earnings

Retained earnings are the portion of a company's net profits that are kept within the company instead of being paid out to the shareholders as dividends. This reinvestment is often used for business expansion or to pay off debt.

External Financing Need

The amount of funding required by a firm to cover investments and growth not financed by internal cash flows.

Net Working Capital

The difference between a company's current assets and current liabilities, indicating short-term financial health and the ability to fund day-to-day operations.

Sustainable Growth Rate

The sustainable growth rate is a measure of how quickly a firm can expand its operations without needing to secure additional financing or significantly alter its financial structure.