Whenever an Error Occurs, Either the Operating System or the Processor

question 40

Multiple Choice

Whenever an error occurs, either the operating system or the processor issues an exception call, which automatically invokes the ____ that is appropriate to handle the condition, ensuring that no harm is done to either user programs or the system.

• A) error processor
• B) exception module
• C) exception hierarchy
• D) exception handling code

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Definitions:

Containment Strategy

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