The Intel 8086 is fundamentally a?

  • A16-bit microprocessor
  • B8-bit microcontroller
  • C4-bit processor
  • D32-bit DSP
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Correct Answer: A. 16-bit microprocessor
Explanation: The 8086 has a 16-bit ALU and 16-bit external data bus and is classified as a 16-bit microprocessor.
Reference: Standard microprocessors and microcontrollers: 8086 architecture