Which of the following functions is/ are performed by the loader ?
Correct answer: D. All of the above
- A. Physically place the machine instructions and data into memory
- B. Allocate space in memory for the programs and resolve symbolic references between object decks
- C. Adjust all address dependent locations, such as address constants, to correspond to the allocated space
- D. All of the above
Explanation
A loader places machine code and data in memory, allocates required space, resolves external or symbolic references, and adjusts address-dependent locations. Since all three listed activities are loader responsibilities, the combined option is correct.
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