Which memory allocation algorithm allocates a process to the largest available memory block?

Options

  • A. First Fit
  • B. Best Fit
  • C. Worst Fit
  • D. More than one of the above
  • E. None of the above

Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)

C. Worst Fit

Detailed Explanation

Explanation: Worst Fit allocates a process to the largest available memory block. The idea is to leave a relatively large remaining hole after allocation, although this does not always result in efficient memory utilization.