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What is the primary difference between multiprogramming and multitasking?

A. Multitasking is an extension of multiprogramming with time-sharing, giving interactive response
B. Multiprogramming allows only one user; multitasking allows multiple users
C. Multiprogramming uses multiple CPUs; multitasking uses a single CPU
D. There is no difference
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests Team)
Multiprogramming keeps several programs in memory for CPU efficiency; multitasking adds time-slicing so users interact with multiple tasks seemingly simultaneously.
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