EDA history (circuit simulation): In which decade was the SPICE simulator introduced? Consider its early UC Berkeley releases used for analog circuit analysis. Choose the correct decade.

Q: EDA history (circuit simulation): In which decade was the SPICE simulator introduced? Consider its early UC Berkeley releases used for analog circuit analysis. Choose the correct decade.

Concept SPICE originated at UC Berkeley; early public versions (e.g., SPICE1/2) appeared in the 1970s, becoming foundational for analog simulation. Final Answer 1970s

Difficulty: Easy

1960s
1970s
1980s
1990s

Correct Answer: 1970s

Explanation:

Concept
SPICE originated at UC Berkeley; early public versions (e.g., SPICE1/2) appeared in the 1970s, becoming foundational for analog simulation.

Final Answer
1970s

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