If a Computer Has a Maximum of 2N Memory Cells

question 38

Multiple Choice

If a computer has a maximum of 2N memory cells, then each address field in a machine language instruction must be ____ bits wide to enable us to address every cell.

• A) N
• B) 2N.
• C) N2
• D) 2N

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Definitions:

Coercive Power

The ability to influence others' behavior by threats, punishment, or negative reinforcement.

Reward Power

The ability of an individual to influence others' actions by controlling the allocation of rewards.

Compliance

The behavior of targets of influence who agree to readily carry out the requests of the leader.

Resistance

Opposition or pushback against proposals, changes, or directives.