Positive logic voltage levels: could logic LOW be in the 0 V to 0.8 V range? Consider a typical positive logic family (e.g., TTL). Assess whether a logic LOW input level could lie between 0 V and 0.8 V.

Introduction / Context:
Logic families specify input thresholds for LOW and HIGH to guarantee proper recognition. For TTL-compatible inputs in positive logic, a LOW level is recognized if it is below a defined maximum voltage, commonly around 0.8 V.

Given Data / Assumptions:

• Positive logic: higher voltage represents logic 1, lower voltage represents logic 0.
• Representative TTL thresholds: VIL(max) ≈ 0.8 V, VIH(min) ≈ 2.0 V at 5 V supply.
• CMOS families have different thresholds but also define clear LOW/HIGH windows.

Concept / Approach:
A statement that a logic LOW “could be between 0 V and 0.8 V” aligns with many TTL specs: any voltage in that window is guaranteed to be read as LOW. Values in the undefined window between VIL(max) and VIH(min) are not guaranteed; above VIH(min) is recognized as HIGH. Thus, the claim is correct for compatible families and exemplifies the concept of noise margins.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Verification / Alternative check:
Measure an input while varying voltage: below 0.8 V a TTL input reliably reads as 0; above 2.0 V it reads as 1; in between is undefined.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:

Common Pitfalls:
Assuming the exact numbers apply to all families; always consult the specific data sheet for precise limits.

Final Answer:
Correct