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Choose a localized IR-drop repair

TechniquesDesignPhysical designIR dropPower integrity
DifficultyMedium
TopicPhysical Design
LanguageSystemVerilog
Format4 choices
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Problem

Sign-off shows a small cluster with dynamic IR drop beyond the limit. Timing slack is +180 ps, routing congestion is low, and the global power grid meets limits elsewhere. Which first change most directly targets the problem with the least unrelated disruption?

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Answer choices (4)