Practice Summary of CPU Components - 19.5.1 | 19. Introduction to the CPU | Computer Organisation and Architecture - Vol 1
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Question 1

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What is the main function of the ALU?

💡 Hint: Think about the operations like addition and subtraction.

Question 2

Easy

What does the Program Counter (PC) keep track of?

💡 Hint: Consider what would happen if the instructions were not tracked.

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Question 1

What is the primary function of the ALU?

  • Perform calculations
  • Store data
  • Manage signals
  • Fetch instructions

💡 Hint: Think of actions like addition and subtraction.

Question 2

True or False: The control unit is responsible for data storage.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember what the control unit is responsible for.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a simple CPU architecture diagram indicating all major components and their interconnections.

💡 Hint: Think about how information flows between each component while creating your diagram.

Question 2

Evaluate the following scenario: If the ALU becomes slower due to increased operations, what would be the impact on overall CPU performance?

💡 Hint: Consider how CPU operations are dependent on the speed of the ALU in your evaluation.

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