A ripple counter is a(n) ______ counter where only the ______ flip-flop is…
2018
A ripple counter is a(n) ______ counter where only the ______ flip-flop is clocked by an external clock.
Answer: C. Asynchronous, First — A ripple counter is classified as an asynchronous counter since its flip-flops do not change state simultaneously. In this specific architecture, only the…
- A.
Synchronous, First
- B.
Asynchronous, Second
- C.
Asynchronous, First
- D.
Synchronous, Second
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Correct answer: C
A ripple counter is classified as an asynchronous counter since its flip-flops do not change state simultaneously. In this specific architecture, only the first flip-flop receives the external clock pulse directly.
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