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In a multiprocessor system, what protocol is used to maintain consistency of cached data when an interrupt occurs?

Cache coherence protocols are used in multiprocessor systems to maintain consistency of cached data when an interrupt occurs. These protocols ensure that all processors have a consistent view of memory.

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Which interrupt signal type can arrive at any time and is independent of the processor clock?
Which of the following is NOT a typical source of an interrupt?
Which of the following is NOT a type of interrupt?
Which interrupt type cannot be ignored by the CPU and must be processed immediately?
Which type of interrupt is typically used to handle exceptional conditions like division by zero or invalid memory access?

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