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Computer Functional Units Overview

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What is the primary function of the Arithmetic and Logic Unit?

Stores information and programs
Processes information and performs calculations (correct)
Accepts and translates input from external devices
Sends control signals to other units

Which unit is responsible for sending control signals to other units?

Input Unit
Arithmetic and Logic Unit
Output Unit
Control Unit (correct)

What is the purpose of the Input Unit?

To store information and programs
To process information and perform calculations
To send processed information to external devices
To accept and translate input from external devices (correct)

What is the role of the Output Unit?

To send processed information to external devices (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the sequence of computer operation?

Input, Memory, ALU, Output, Control Unit (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the Input unit in a computer?

To accept coded information from human operators (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Control Unit in a computer?

To coordinate all actions within the computer (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the Arithmetic and Logic Unit (ALU) in a computer?

To execute most computer operations (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the classification of memory units based on their characteristics?

Primary and Secondary (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the organization of memory units in a computer?

Hierarchical, with cache, main memory, and secondary storage (C) Signup and view all the answers

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