The Answer to the given question is provided at the end of the question. I need you to show the full solution to get the given answer. Show all steps where necessary.    Given memory partitions of 200k, 150k, 80k, and 350k (in order, top to bottom), apply first fit, best fit, and worst fit algorithms to place processes with the space requirement of 170k, 120k, 185k, and 125k (in order). Which algorithm makes the most effective use of memory? Answer: Worst fit is most effective for the scenario.

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Given memory partitions of 200k, 150k, 80k, and 350k (in order, top to bottom), apply first fit, best fit, and worst fit algorithms to place processes with the space requirement of 170k, 120k, 185k, and 125k (in order). Which algorithm makes the most effective use of memory?

Answer: Worst fit is most effective for the scenario.

 

 

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