CPU and Architecture Quiz

What is the main function of the CPU?

• B. Processing data

• C. Displaying data

• D. Inputting data

• A. Storing data

What are the main components of the CPU Architecture?

• B. Processing unit and Memory

• A. Memory and Input-Output devices

• C. Processing unit and Input-Output devices

• D. Memory and Input-Output devices

What determines the processing power of a CPU?

• B. Memory Size

• A. Clock Speed

• D. Output Devices

• C. Input Devices

What is the function of the clock chip in a processor?

• D. Displays output

• C. Processes instructions

• B. Stores data

• A. Maintains a constant speed

What is the typical operating speed of modern processors?

• D. 4GHz

• A. 1GHz

• B. 2GHz

• C. 3GHz

What is the Von Neumann Architecture known for?

• D. Carrying out one machine-level operation at a time

• A. Single, central system bus

• B. Multiple processors for parallel processing

• C. Separate memory units for instructions and data

What is the main characteristic of a serial processor?

• A. Single machine-level operation at a time

• D. Single, central system bus

• C. Separate memory units for instructions and data

• B. Multiple processors for parallel processing

What does the Harvard Architecture involve?

• D. Storing machine instructions and data separately

• A. Single, central system bus

• B. Multiple processors for parallel processing

• C. Separate memory units for instructions and data

What is the main feature of Parallel Architecture?

• C. Separate memory units for instructions and data

• B. Multiple processors for parallel processing

• A. Single machine-level operation at a time

• D. Single, central system bus

What is the function of the transistors in the CPU?

• C. Store machine instructions

• B. Build logic gates to process data and instructions

• D. Display output

• A. Maintain clock speed