ASIC and FPGA Quiz

What does ASIC stand for?

• Application-Specific Integrated Circuit

• Advanced System Integrated Circuit

• Automated Signal Integrated Core

• Application Standard IC

• None of the above

What is the main advantage of an ASIC?

• High flexibility

• Low cost in high volumes

• Easy to reprogram

• Low power only in tests

• Compatibility with any hardware

A disadvantage of ASIC is:

• High initial production cost

• Cannot be mass-produced

• Always consumes more power

• Cannot be used in mobile devices

• Cannot implement digital logic

ASICS are most common in:

• Lab prototypes

• Mass production like smartphones

• Personal computers

• Educational test devices

• Temporary equipment

ASIC is usually compared with:

• CPU

• GPU

• FPGA

• SSD

• DRAM

What does FPGA stand for?

• Field-Programmable Gate Array

• Fast Programmable Graphic Adapter

• Flexible Program Gate Architecture

• Field Power Grid Array

• Fixed Programmable General Application

Which of the following is a primary use case for ASICs?

• Cryptocurrency mining

• Web browsing

• General-purpose computing

• Word processing

• Video streaming

What is a key characteristic of ASIC design?

• Designed for specific applications

• Highly customizable

• Low power consumption in all cases

• Universal compatibility

• Easy to upgrade

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using ASICs?

• High initial cost

• Small form factor

• Long lifespan

• Low power consumption

• High performance

What is a common application of ASICs in telecommunications?

• Network security

• Software development

• Web hosting

• Data storage

• Signal processing