Computer Architecture Quiz

What is the primary function of the CPU in a computer?

• Data storage

• Input/output control

• Arithmetic and logic operations

• Graphics rendering

Which of the following is not a component of a typical CPU?

• ALU (Arithmetic Logic Unit)

• Control Unit

• Memory Unit

• Register File

What does the term "clock speed" in CPU specifications refer to?

• The number of processor cores

• The size of the cache memory

• The speed at which data is transferred from RAM

• The number of clock cycles a CPU can execute per second

Which bus is responsible for connecting the CPU to the main memory?

• Control Bus

• Data Bus

• Address Bus

• Expansion Bus

What is pipelining in computer architecture?

• A method for cooling the CPU to prevent overheating

• A technique that allows multiple instructions to be processed simultaneously

• A form of binary encoding for data storage

• A way to connect external devices to a computer

Which CPU architecture is commonly used in modern smartphones and tablets?

• x86

• ARM

• RISC

• MIPS

What does the term "GPU" stand for?

• General Purpose Unit

• Graphics Processing Unit

• Global Peripheral Unit

• General Processing Unit

In a von Neumann architecture, what is stored in the same memory unit as program instructions?

• Data

• CPU registers

• Control signals

• Input/Output devices

Which storage technology is known for its fast read and write speeds, making it ideal for use as a primary storage device in modern computers?

• Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

• Solid State Drive (SSD)

• Optical Disc

• Magnetic Tape

What is the purpose of the BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) in a computer?

• Managing system memory

• Executing application software

• Initializing and controlling hardware components during startup

• Handling network communications