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COS 102 test topic Objective Question

Question

What condition occurs when the result of an arithmetic operation exceeds the maximum representable numerical value?
Options
A Underflow
B Arithmetic Overflow
Correct Answer
C Null pointer dereference
D Race condition
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Overflow occurs when a calculation produces a magnitude too large to be stored within the designated bit-width.

Hint

No hint available

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