Which of the Following Statements Regarding the Purposes of an Operating

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding the purposes of an operating system is correct?

• A) To ensure the integrity of a system
• B) To control the flow of multiprogramming and tasks of scheduling in the computer
• C) To allocate computer resources to users and applications
• D) All of the above are correct

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Definitions:

Logic

The system or principles underlying the arrangement and operation of a computer or complex electronic device focusing on conditional operations and decision-making.

BCD Value

Binary-Coded Decimal representation, a method of storing numbers where each digit is represented by its own binary sequence, commonly used in digital systems.

Thumbwheel Switch

A mechanical input device used to input numerical data, often found in industrial control systems, allowing the user to rotate a wheel to select numbers.

Setting

The configuration or adjustment of parameters or conditions within a system or device to achieve desired operation or output.