Computer Components and Functions Quiz

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Which component is responsible for controlling the flow of instructions and data between the CPU, memory, and other components?

  • Motherboard (correct)
  • RAM
  • Hard Drive
  • Optical Drive

What is the primary function of the CPU cache?

  • Storing data permanently when the power is off
  • Controlling the output of data to display devices
  • Speeding up data access by storing frequently used instructions and data (correct)
  • Providing temporary storage for running programs

Which component is responsible for executing arithmetic and logical operations?

  • Memory Management Unit (MMU)
  • Floating-Point Unit (FPU)
  • Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) (correct)
  • Control Unit

What is the purpose of a graphics processing unit (GPU)?

<p>Accelerating the rendering of graphics and video (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of memory is volatile, meaning its contents are lost when the power is turned off?

<p>RAM (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of a compiler in software development?

<p>Translating high-level programming languages into machine code (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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