The memory allocation scheme subjected to external fragmentation is
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The memory allocation scheme subjected to external fragmentation is
- A.
Segmentation
- B.
Swapping
- C.
Demand Paging
- D.
Multiple contiguous fixed partitions
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Correct answer: A
Segmentation divides memory into variable-sized logical units based on process needs. This leads to external fragmentation because free holes of varying sizes accumulate over time. In contrast, Demand Paging and fixed partitions typically result in internal fragmentation due to fixed-size allocations.
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