Practice Performance Metrics - 1.6 | 1. An Introduction to Computer Architecture | Computer Architecture
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is clock cycle time?

💡 Hint: Think about how often a CPU can perform tasks.

Question 2

Easy

Why is high throughput important?

💡 Hint: Consider systems with many simultaneous operations.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What does clock cycle time influence in a CPU?

  • Data storage
  • Processing speed
  • Network connectivity

💡 Hint: Consider what allows a CPU to perform tasks quickly.

Question 2

True or False: Higher throughput always means higher costs.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about how efficiency can be improved.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Design a speculative new CPU that balances low latency and high throughput while considering costs. What components would you prioritize?

💡 Hint: Look at existing CPUs for inspiration on design choices.

Question 2

Evaluate a given computer system's performance metrics and suggest improvements in terms of latency and throughput.

💡 Hint: Decide where bottlenecks commonly occur in designs.

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