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System Architecture

System Architecture

Question 1 of 10

1

What is the function of the CPU?

Select one of the following:

  • To decode data and instructions in to a readable format.

  • To fetch, decode and execute instructions.

  • To locate the address of data.

  • To direct information and data flows.

Explanation

Question 2 of 10

1

What is the function of a Register?

Select one of the following:

  • To hold short-term memory.

  • To hold long-term memory.

  • To hold medium-term memory.

Explanation

Question 3 of 10

2

Which of these are components of the CPU?

Select one or more of the following:

  • RAM

  • ALU

  • ROM

  • Cache

  • Control Unit

Explanation

Question 4 of 10

1

How many cores are in a Quad Core?

Select one of the following:

  • 2

  • 4

  • 8

  • 1

Explanation

Question 5 of 10

1

What is the purpose of an ALU?

Select one of the following:

  • To perform arithmetic and logical calculations.

  • Store long-term memory.

  • Store previous calculations.

Explanation

Question 6 of 10

1

Fill the blank spaces to complete the text.

ROM stands for , and can only be read. RAM stands for and can be read and retrieved.

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Question 7 of 10

1

What are the effects of using a processor with a faster clock speed?

Select one or more of the following:

  • More instructions can be carried out per second.

  • Processes can be completed much faster.

  • More instructions can be carried out simultaneously.

Explanation

Question 8 of 10

1

What are the effects of using a processor with more cores?

Select one or more of the following:

  • More instructions can be carried out per second.

  • More operations can be run simultaneously.

  • More data can be located per second.

Explanation

Question 9 of 10

1

What are the effects of using a processor with a bigger cache?

Select one or more of the following:

  • More frequently used instructions can be stored in it to make them faster.

  • More instructions can be carried out per second, simultaneously.

Explanation

Question 10 of 10

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What is an embedded system?

Select one or more of the following:

  • A computer system, within a system or a device.

  • A system within a network.

  • A system that contains instructions for other systems.

Explanation

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