Taste of 6th Computer Science Quiz (1.1 Systems Architecture)

What is the function of the ALU (Arithmetic Logic Unit)?

• Stores data temporarily

• Performs calculations and logical operations

• Coordinates hardware components

• Fetches instructions from memory

The first stage of the cycle performed by every CPU: F (a)   Decode Execute Cycle

Reorder the following from fastest to slowest read/write speed

• Magnetic Tape

• Optical Disk

• Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

• Solid State Drive (SSD)

What does increasing the clock speed of a CPU do?

• Increases the number of instructions processed per second

• Reduces the number of instructions a CPU can execute

• Allows multiple applications to run simultaneously

• Reduces power consumption

Which is NOT an input device?

• Keyboard

• Microphone

• Speaker

• Mouse

Cache memory used for storing (a)   accessed data for quick access.

What component is responsible for executing instructions in a computer?

• CPU

• GPU

• RAM

• Hard Drive

Which of the following is a primary function of the Control Unit in a CPU?

• Perform arithmetic operations

• Render graphics

• Manage data flow between CPU and memory

• Store data permanently

What is the role of RAM in a computer system?

• Store data permanently

• Process graphics

• Provide temporary storage for active processes

• Control peripheral devices

Label the CPU and the RAM sockets / slots.

a

b

CPU

RAM