Choose the correct description of Thrashing.
- A. Memory directly accessible by the CPU, such as RAM, used to store data currently being processed.
- B. A condition where a system spends most of its time swapping data between memory and disk rather than executing useful work. ✓
- C. A storage device that uses integrated circuits to store data persistently, with no moving mechanical parts.
- D. A storage tier typically used for archival purposes, such as tape drives, that is slower and accessed less frequently.
Correct answer
B. A condition where a system spends most of its time swapping data between memory and disk rather than executing useful work.
Explanation
Thrashing refers to a condition where a system spends most of its time swapping data between memory and disk rather than executing useful work.