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How many Bytes and Bits a word has in UNISYS(ASCII format)?

  1. 6 Bytes and 54 Bits

  2. 4 Bytes and 36 Bits

  3. 6 Byte and 48 Bits

  4. 4 Bytes and 32 Bits

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Explanation

In UNISYS ASCII format, a word consists of 4 bytes and 36 bits. This is a UNISYS-specific format where each word is 4 bytes (32 bits) plus 4 additional bits (likely for error checking or metadata), totaling 36 bits. Standard systems use 4 bytes = 32 bits, but UNISYS adds 4 bits. The other options (6 bytes/54 bits, 6 bytes/48 bits, 4 bytes/32 bits) don't match UNISYS ASCII specifications.