For two 8-bit signed integers A and B in 2's complement format, which of the following will cause an overflow when A and B are added?

For two 8-bit signed integers A and B in 2's complement format, which of the following will cause an overflow when A and B are added?

  1. a) 0111 1111 and 1111 1110
  2. c) 1000 0000 and 0111 0000
  3. b) 0111 1111 and 0111 1110
  4. d) 1111 1111 and 1111 1111

From the Combined Bank Senior Officer October 2025 – Written exam, question 6 of 50.

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