When a program is allocated a memory hole that is bigger than needed, then it…
2019
When a program is allocated a memory hole that is bigger than needed, then it is called:
- A.
Internal fragmentation
- B.
Page fault
- C.
Segmentation
- D.
External fragmentation
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Correct answer: A
Internal fragmentation occurs when allocated memory is larger than required, leaving unused space inside the allocated block.