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Given a PCB with 3 scan chains of lengths 10, 15, and 20, what is the total number of flip-flops tested if each chain tests one flip-flop per stage?

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Given a PCB with 3 scan chains of lengths 10, 15, and 20, what is the total number of flip-flops tested if each chain tests one flip-flop per stage?
A45 flip-flops
B20 flip-flops
C15 flip-flops
D10 flip-flops
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Sum the lengths of all scan chains

    10 + 15 + 20 = 45 flip-flops total.
  2. Step 2: Confirm each stage tests one flip-flop

    Each stage corresponds to one flip-flop, so total is sum.
  3. Final Answer:

    45 flip-flops -> Option A
  4. Quick Check:

    Total flip-flops = 45 [OK]
Quick Trick: Add all chain lengths for total flip-flops tested [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Choosing only the longest chain
  • Adding incorrectly
  • Confusing flip-flops with pins

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