Introduction to Computer Organization Quiz

What is the function of the control unit in a CPU?

• Managing the input/output devices of the CPU

• Coordinating the activities of all the other units within the CPU

• Storing data in the CPU

• Controlling the power supply of the CPU

What is the purpose of the ALU in a CPU?

• Storing data in the CPU cache

• Generating power for the CPU

• Performing arithmetic and logical operations on the data being processed

• Controlling the input and output devices

What are the primary input devices used in a computer system?

• scanner and webcam

• monitor and printer

• headphones and microphone

• keyboard and mouse

Explain the role of a keyboard in computer input.

• It helps in printing documents

• It is used to control the computer's power

• It allows the computer to display images and videos

• It allows the user to input data and commands into the computer by pressing keys.

Describe the function of a mouse in computer input.

• It allows the user to interact with the computer by moving a cursor on the screen and clicking on icons or buttons.

• It helps in printing documents from the computer

• It allows the computer to display images on the screen

• It enables the user to listen to music on the computer

What are the common output devices found in a computer system?

• Keyboard, Mouse, CPU

• Headphones, Microphone, External Hard Drive

• Monitors, Printers, Speakers

• Scanner, Projector, Router

Explain the role of a printer as an output device.

• It produces hard copy output of the information processed by the computer.

• It enables the computer to connect to the internet

• It helps in organizing files on the computer

• It allows the computer to process data faster

MU, ALU and CU are all part of the__________

• 1. Storage Memory

• 1. Central Processing Unit

• 1. Input Devices

• 1. Output Unit

Which of the following are the physical parts of a computer?

• 1. Software

• 1. Operating System

• 1. Software Applications

• 1. Hardware

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

• It helps in printing documents from the computer

• It allows the computer to display images on the screen

• It enables the user to listen to music on the computer

• It processes data and performs calculations