Question

The capacity of a memory unit is defined by the number of words multiplied by the number of bits/ word. How many separate address and data lines are needed for a memory of 4Kx16?

• A. 10 address, 16 data lines
• B. 11 address, 8 data lines
• C. 12 address, 16 data lines
• D. 12 address, 12 data lines

Answer 1

The correct option is C 12 address, 16 data lines

The capacity of a memory unit is defined by the number of words multiplied by the number of bits/ word. Separate address and data lines are needed for a memory of 4Kx16 is 12 addresses, 16 data lines.

The memory unit is the principal storage of the computer. All the data and instructions that the computer needs at a moment are stored here. Before a program can be run, the program is loaded from some storage medium into the memory.