A network with bandwidth of 10 Mbps can pass only an average of 12.000 frames per minute with each frame carrying an average of 10,000 bits. What is the throughput of this network?

1. A1,000,000 bps
2. B2,000,000 bps
3. C12,000,000 bps
4. D120,000,000 bps

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Correct answer: B. 2,000,000 bps

Explanation

12,000 frames per minute = 200 frames per second × 10,000 bits = 2,000,000 bps.