Which of the following is a feature of both triple and dual channel memory architectures?

Question

Options

• ASmall pieces of data are interleaved to reduce latency
• BData is processed asymmetrically from each RAM channel
• CThree RAM modules can be used in this architecture and have the best performance
• DThey are flexible as RAM can be different manufacturers and sizes

• A
  88% (43)
• B
  8% (4)
• C
  2% (1)
• D
  2% (1)

Explanation

Both dual-channel and triple-channel memory architectures work by interleaving memory accesses across multiple memory modules simultaneously. Interleaving splits data into small chunks distributed across channels, so while one channel is processing a request, another is already fetching the next chunk-this reduces effective latency and increases bandwidth. This principle is shared by both architectures regardless of the number of channels. Option B is incorrect because multi-channel memory is symmetric, not asymmetric. Option C is false because dual-channel uses two modules, not three, and both architectures deliver best performance when fully populated. Option D is incorrect because multi-channel configurations require matched modules (same size and ideally same speed) for optimal performance.

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