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How are stack-based local variables accessed by code?

a.

Using a hardcoded offset from the EBP register.

b.

Using a hardcoded offset from the ESP register.

c.

Using a hardcoded offset from the EAX register.

d.

Using a hardcoded offset from the EBX register.

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Answer: (a).Using a hardcoded offset from the EBP register. Explanation:In most stack frames, EBP points to the end of the local variable region, so any code requiring access to a local variable must use EBP and subtract a certain offset from it.

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