Understanding CPU Cores and Multi-threading

What is the primary function of scheduling in a CPU?

• To assign clock cycles to execute instructions from programs

• To increase the clock speed of the CPU

• To enhance the graphics performance of the CPU

• To reduce the power consumption of the CPU

How does simultaneous multi-threading (SMT) improve CPU efficiency?

• By increasing the number of physical cores

• By enhancing the CPU's cooling system

• By allowing a single core to be seen as two logical cores

• By reducing the CPU's power consumption

Why might adding more cores to a CPU be beneficial?

• It reduces the need for a scheduler

• It increases the CPU's clock speed

• It improves the CPU's cooling efficiency

• It decreases the CPU's manufacturing cost

What is a potential drawback of manufacturing a CPU with a single large core?

• It requires more power to operate

• It is less compatible with modern software

• It is more expensive due to higher waste from defects

• It is more prone to overheating

Why are multi-core processors preferred in modern computing?

• They are easier to install

• They consume less power

• They are better suited for running multiple processes simultaneously

• They are cheaper to produce