UNIT 1 - Microcontroller P1

What is a microcontroller primarily designed for?

• Complex data processing

• High-performance applications

• Specific controlled operations

• General computing tasks

Which of the following is a key feature of microcontrollers?

• Dependence on external components

• Complex architecture

• High power consumption

• Integration of CPU, memory, and I/O

What year was the first microcontroller, the TMS 1000, developed?

• 1980

• 1985

• 1971

• 1965

Which of the following best describes the power consumption of microcontrollers?

• High power for complex tasks

• Optimized for low power

• Requires external power sources

• Inconsistent power usage

What is a significant advantage of using microcontrollers in embedded systems?

• Large size

• Energy efficiency

• Complex programming

• High cost

In which decade did microcontrollers begin to proliferate in consumer electronics?

• 2000s

• 1980s

• 1970s

• 1990s

What is one of the constraints to consider when choosing a microcontroller?

• User interface design

• Brand popularity

• Ease of upgrade

• Color options

Which microcontroller series significantly enhanced processing power in the 2000s?

• Motorola 68HC11

• Intel Pentium

• Atmel AVR

• ARM Cortex-M

What is a practical example of a microcontroller application?

• Gaming console

• Smartphone

• Desktop computer

• Microwave oven

What is a future trend in microcontroller technology?

• Increased power consumption

• Integration of AI and machine learning

• Focus on larger packaging

• Decreased integration