OCR 1.1.2 Processor Types and Graphics Processing Unit Quiz

Which type of processor is used in modern smartphones and tablets?

• CPU

• CISC

• RISC

• GPU

What is the main characteristic of RISC processors?

• Complex instruction set

• Simple commands executed per clock cycle

• High-level compilers

• Limited addressing modes

What is the main characteristic of CISC processors?

• Parallel processing

• Emphasis on hardware over software

• Complex instructions executed per clock cycle

• Simple commands executed per clock cycle

What is the main advantage of RISC processors over CISC processors?

• Specialised addressing modes

• Faster clock speed

• More complex instructions

• Lower power consumption

What is the main advantage of CISC processors over RISC processors?

• Simpler instruction design

• More circuitry

• Faster clock speed

• Lower power consumption

What is the main purpose of a graphics processing unit (GPU)?

• Parallel processing

• High-level compilers

• Complex instruction set

• Limited addressing modes

What type of applications can benefit from using a GPU?

• Word processing

• Email clients

• Machine learning

• Spreadsheets

What is the main advantage of GPUs with thousands of cores?

• Lower power consumption

• More circuitry

• Simpler instruction design

• Parallel processing of calculations

What is the main limitation of RISC processors?

• Complex instruction set

• Limited addressing modes

• High power consumption

• Takes up more memory

What is the main limitation of CISC processors?

• Takes up less space in main memory

• High power consumption

• Simple commands executed per clock cycle

• Emphasis on hardware over software