For making a memory of size 2048 x 8 bytes, by using the chips of size 128 x 4 bytes, the number of chips required is :
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Correct answer: C. 32
Explanation
Chips needed = (2048 × 8) ÷ (128 × 4) = 16 × 2 = 32: 16 rows to cover the words, 2 chips side by side for the width.
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