Which statement correctly describes the Next Fit memory allocation algorithm?

Options

  • A. It always starts searching from the beginning of memory
  • B. It continues searching from the location where the previous search ended
  • C. It always selects the largest available block
  • D. More than one of the above
  • E. None of the above

Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)

B. It continues searching from the location where the previous search ended

Detailed Explanation

Explanation: Next Fit is similar to First Fit, but instead of restarting the search from the beginning for every request, it continues from the point where the previous search ended. This can reduce repeated searches near the beginning of memory.

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