Question 3-36E6

An R-S flip-flop determines its output based on the Set (S) and Reset (R) inputs. * **A) Accept data input into R-S inputs with CLK initiated.** This is a fundamental operation of a synchronous R-S flip-flop. The clock (CLK) signal synchronizes when the R and S inputs affect the output. So, an R-S flip-flop *can* do this. * **B) Accept data input into PRE and CLR inputs without CLK being initiated.** PRE (preset) and CLR (clear) are asynchronous inputs found on many flip-flops. They override the clock and synchronous inputs (R/S), immediately setting or clearing the flip-flop's output. So, an R-S flip-flop *can* do this. * **C) Refuse to accept synchronous data if asynchronous data is being input at same time.** Asynchronous inputs (PRE/CLR) have priority over synchronous inputs (R/S). If PRE or CLR are active, the flip-flop responds to them, effectively ignoring the R/S and CLK. So, an R-S flip-flop *can* do this. * **D) Operate in toggle mode with R-S inputs held constant and CLK initiated.** Toggle mode means the output flips its state (0 to 1, or 1 to 0) with each clock pulse. An R-S flip-flop has no inherent toggle input or mode. If R and S are held constant (e.g., both 0 for "hold" or one active for "set"/"reset"), the output will either remain unchanged or go to a fixed state, not alternate with each clock pulse. Toggle functionality is characteristic of J-K or T flip-flops. Thus, an R-S flip-flop *cannot* inherently operate in toggle mode.