10 Questions
What are the two voltage levels used to represent states in digital systems?
High and low
What is the name given to the two-state number system used in digital systems?
Binary
What is the name given to a single binary digit?
Bit
In addition to voltage levels, what other methods can be used to represent binary states?
Current levels and pits/lands on CDs or DVDs
What is the purpose of a timing diagram in digital systems?
To show the timing of signals
What is the advantage of parallel data transfer compared to serial data transfer?
Faster data transfer rate
Which of the following characteristics of a pulse is defined as the time it takes for the signal to transition from one state to another?
Rise time
What is the term used to describe the ratio of the pulse duration to the total cycle time in a digital waveform?
Duty cycle
What is the name given to the highest voltage level in a digital waveform?
Amplitude
Which of the following represents a group of bits used to represent numbers, symbols, or characters in digital systems?
Code
This quiz covers the definitions of analog and digital signals, explains the difference between them, and discusses the advantages of digital over analog signals. It also touches on modulation methods and two types of digital systems.
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