
1.1a Purpose of the CPU

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of a computer?
To take input and deliver output
To process data and deliver output
To fetch, decode, and execute instructions
To store the program and carry out instructions
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the key components of a computer system?
Memory and processor
Mouse and Monitor
Program and instructions
Controller and monitor
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the fetch-execute cycle?
The process of fetching data and executing it
The continuous cycle of fetching, decoding, and executing instructions
The process of fetching instructions and decoding them
The cycle of fetching, decoding, and executing data
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the CPU do during the fetch cycle?
Fetches the next instruction from main memory
Decodes the instruction and breaks it down
Executes the instruction and carries out actions
Brings the instruction back to the CPU
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the CPU do during the decode stage?
Fetches the instruction from main memory
Inspects the instruction and works out what needs to be done
Carries out the instruction
Brings the instruction back to the CPU
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the CPU do during the execute stage?
Fetches the instruction from main memory
Inspects the instruction and works out what needs to be done
Carries out the instruction
Brings the instruction back to the CPU
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the clock speed of a processor?
The number of instructions executed per minute
The number of cycles per second
The speed at which the computer can add up
The speed at which instructions are fetched
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