Consider the following statements: In 8085 microprocessor, data-bus and address bus are multiplexed in order to I)Increase the speed of microprocessor. II)Reduce the number of pins. III)Connect more peripheral chips. Which of these statements is/are correct?

• A.  (II) only
• B.  (I) only
• C.  (I), (II) & (III)
• D.  (II) & (III)

Answer: (A)