If a memory partition of size 80k is allocated to a process of size 60k then…
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If a memory partition of size 80k is allocated to a process of size 60k then the 20k of the partition is wasted and cannot be allocated to any process. It is called __________.
Answer: D. internal fragmentation — When a process is allocated more memory than it needs, the unused portion within that specific block remains wasted. This unused space inside an allocated…
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external fragmentation
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worst fit
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internal fragmentation
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Correct answer: D
When a process is allocated more memory than it needs, the unused portion within that specific block remains wasted.
This unused space inside an allocated partition is known as internal fragmentation, distinct from external fragmentation which involves scattered free blocks.
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