Are Set and Reset Asynchronous in a D flip flop?

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The discussion clarifies that in D flip-flops, the Set and Reset inputs can be either synchronous or asynchronous. Synchronous inputs are synchronized with the clock signal, meaning they only affect the output on a specific clock edge. In contrast, asynchronous inputs can change the output immediately, regardless of the clock state. This distinction is crucial for understanding the timing behavior of 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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