Multiple Choice
Which of the following is not true about test_and_set instruction?
A) It is a hardware instruction
B) It is executed atomically
C) Returns the original value of passed parameter
D) Returns the new value of passed parameter
E) Set the new value of passed parameter to "TRUE"
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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