Quiz on Computer Architecture

Which of the following is NOT a functional unit of a computer?

• Input Unit

• Output Unit

• Control Unit

• Programming Unit

Which type of memory is typically used for temporary storage of data that the CPU is actively using?

• ROM

• RAM

• Cache

• Hard Drive

What is the primary function of the Control Unit?

• Performing arithmetic and logical operations

• Storing data

• Fetching and interpreting instructions

• Managing input and output devices

Which of the following is a characteristic of a bus?

• It is a single communication pathway

• It transmits data one bit at a time

• It can be internal or external to the CPU

• It is only used for memory access

What does DMA stand for?

• Direct Memory Access

• Dynamic Memory Allocation

• Digital Machine Architecture

• Data Manipulation Algorithm

What is the difference between computer architecture and computer organization?

• Computer architecture focuses on the physical components, while computer organization focuses on the logical structure.

• Computer architecture focuses on the logical structure, while computer organization focuses on the relationship physical components.

• They are the same thing.

• Computer architecture is a subset of computer organization.

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

• To store data

• To perform arithmetic and logical operations

• To control the flow of instructions

• To manage input/output devices

Which of the following is an example of non-volatile memory?

• RAM

• Cache

• ROM

• Registers

What are the main functional units of a computer?

• I/O, Memory, CU

• Input, Output, Memory, CU, ALU

• CU, Input, Output, Storage, Memory

• I/O, Memory, Bus, CPU, ALU

These are small, high-speed storage locations within the CPU used to hold data and instructions that the CPU is actively working with. 

• Memory cell

• RAM

• Cache

• Register