Are Set and Reset Asynchronous in a D flip flop?

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In a D flip-flop, the set and reset functions can be either synchronous or asynchronous. Synchronous means that the reset is synchronized with the clock, activating only on a specific clock edge, while asynchronous allows the reset to occur independently of the clock state. The discussion highlights confusion about whether the set and reset should operate simultaneously or independently. Clarification is provided that asynchronous resets can override the clock, while synchronous resets depend on the clock signal. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for proper implementation in digital circuits.
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I had a lab and I wrote they are asynchronous, so the clock input matters, but I am starting to doubt if I did it properly :confused:...what is the effect for both suppose to be simultaneously or independently?

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correct me if I am wrong, but I think synchronous = reset is synced with clock, meaning it will restart on a positive or negative clock edge(depending on the flipflop). Asynchronous means the reset will be forced, regardless of where the clock is at the given moment.
 

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