A disk head is initially at cylinder 50. The FCFS request sequence is 60, 90, 30, 20. What is the total head movement?

Options

  • A. 100 cylinders
  • B. 110 cylinders
  • C. 120 cylinders
  • D. More than one of the above
  • E. None of the above

Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)

C. 120 cylinders

Detailed Explanation

Formula: |60-50| + |90-60| + |30-90| + |20-30| = 10 + 30 + 60 + 10 = 110 cylinders.