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Microprocessors & Microcontrollers8086 Interrupts

How many interrupt types are supported by the 8086 interrupt-vector scheme?

  • A8
  • B16
  • C64
  • D256
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Correct Answer: D. 256
Explanation: The 8086 uses an 8-bit interrupt type number, giving 256 possible interrupt types from 0 to 255.
Reference: Standard microprocessors and microcontrollers: 8086 interrupts
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