Question

In synchronous BUS, the devices get the timing signals from __________

(a) Timing generator in the device

(b) A common clock line

(c) Timing signals are not used at all

(d) None of the mentioned

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Answer 1

Correct answer is (b) A common clock line

Easy explanation: The devices receive their timing signals from the clock line of the BUS.