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Memory size is 1000 KB. Variable prutitioning is used for memory allocation to processes. Currently there are 2 partitions of size 200 KB & 250 KB & 2 free holes. The smallest request that could be denied is _____ KB. (Rounded off with no decimal points)

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216

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226

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235

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210

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Solution

The correct option is B 226

Total available space
= 1000 -(250 + 200 ) KB
= 550 KB
If we divide free hole space equally, each will be 225 KB.
$∴$ 226 will be denied

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