Boolean Function Minimization
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What does a minterm in Boolean algebra represent?

  • The sum of n literals
  • A product of n literals (correct)
  • The complement of an expression
  • The output of a logic gate

    • Which of the following is an example of a minterm?

  • $A + B$
  • $ABC$ (correct)
  • $A' + B$
  • $A + B + C$

    • In the context of Boolean variables, what is typically represented by the value 'true/false'?

  • Universal gates
  • Minterms
  • Maxterms
  • Logic states (correct)

    • Which term signifies a product of literals where each literal appears once for each term?

    <p>Minterm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic feature of minterms in logic diagrams?

    <p>Containing variables with multiple occurrences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between Maxterms and the F' minterms for a Boolean function F?

    <p>Maxterms of F = F' minterms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is reducing the number of gates important in minimizing a Boolean function/logic circuits?

    <p>To lead to a more reliable and cheaper chip</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the statement 'Sum-of-products may contain more terms than necessary' imply in Boolean logic?

    <p>It implies that simplification is necessary for optimization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Boolean variables, what does 'the term of the literals used are equal NOT THE OPERATIONS' mean?

    <p>The terms formed by literals need to be equal, regardless of the operations involved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the efficiency of circuits depend on the number and arrangement of gates?

    <p>The number and arrangement of gates determine circuit reliability and cost</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does each cell in the representation of minterms and maxterms signify?

    <p>A minterm/maxterm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the representation, what do adjacent squares indicate?

    <p>Terms that differ by only 1 literal/variable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic must the number of groups have in this context?

    <p>Power of 2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of homogeneous content in options when constructing distractors?

    <p>It ensures plausible distractors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term best represents a Boolean expression involving all variables?

    <p>Maxterm</p> Signup and view all the answers

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