In a network, how many 8-bit characters can be transmitted per second over a…
In a network, how many 8-bit characters can be transmitted per second over a 9600 baud serial communication link using asynchronous mode of transmission with one start bit, eight data bits, two stop bits, and one parity bit ?
Answer: B. 800 — "9600 baud" means that the serial port is capable of transferring a maximum of 9600 bits per second. Total Data To send = 1 bit(start) + 8 bits(char size) + 1…
- A.
600
- B.
800
- C.
876
- D.
1200
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Correct answer: B
"9600 baud" means that the serial port is capable of transferring a maximum of 9600 bits per second.
Total Data To send = 1 bit(start) + 8 bits(char size) + 1 bit(Parity) + 2 bits(Stop)
= 12 bits.
Number of 8-bit characters that can be transmitted per second = 9600/12 = 800.
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