Exploring ICT: Processors and Control Units

What is the name of the first Intel processor released in 1971?

• Intel 8008

• Intel 4004

• Intel 8080

• Intel 4040

Which processor was released by AMD in 2003 known for its dual-core technology?

• Phenom II X4

• Athlon 64 X2

• FX-8350

• Athlon 64

What year was the ARM Cortex-A8 processor introduced?

• 2005

• 2009

• 2007

• 2003

Name a characteristic of the control unit in a CPU.

• It manages the execution of instructions.

• It stores data temporarily.

• It generates power for the CPU.

• It controls the cooling system of the CPU.

What is the primary function of the control unit in a processor?

• To store data temporarily

• To manage the power supply of the processor

• To perform arithmetic calculations

• The primary function of the control unit is to direct the operation of the processor.

How does the control unit communicate with other components of the CPU?

• The control unit communicates through direct memory access.

• The control unit uses only data signals to communicate.

• The control unit relies on external devices for communication.

• The control unit communicates using control signals and buses.

What does ALU stand for in computer architecture?

• Arithmetic Linear Unit

• Analog Logic Unit

• Arithmetic Logic Unit

• Arithmetic Logic Unit Processor

Which operation is NOT performed by the ALU?

• Data storage and retrieval operations

• Bitwise operations

• Logical operations

• Arithmetic operations

What is the main purpose of the ALU in a CPU?

• To store data temporarily during processing.

• To control the flow of electricity in the CPU.

• To manage input and output devices.

• The main purpose of the ALU in a CPU is to perform arithmetic and logical operations.

What type of architecture does a RISC processor represent?

• Dataflow architecture

• Reduced Instruction Set Computer (RISC) architecture

• Stack-based architecture

• Complex Instruction Set Computer (CISC) architecture