Bistability and Reset State

Correct Answer

C — Statement 1 is false, but statement 2 is true

Concept and Reasoning

A latch is bistable, meaning it has two stable states, so statement 1 is false. In the RESET state its normal output Q is LOW (0), so statement 2 is true. Therefore option C is correct.

Calculation / Key Relation

SET: Q=1

RESET: Q=0

Exam Takeaway

Latch = bistable one-bit memory.

Common Mistake

Do not describe an ordinary latch as having only one stable state.