The CPU

The function of the CPU can be broken down into a series of steps that are carried out in a continuous cycle. Which of the following parts of the cycle are in the correct order?
1. The fetch step, the execute step, the decode step, the write back step.
2. The fetch step, the decode step, the execute step, the write back step.
3. The execute step, the decode step, the fetch step, the write back step.
4. The execute step, the fetch step, the decode step, the write back step.
5. The fetch step, the decode step, the write back step, the execute step.
Which step involves the CPU identifying the operation code (op-code) part of the instruction?
1. The write back step.
2. The execute step
3. The fetch step
4. The decode step
In which step are the result of the execute step either written to RAM or, if they are to be used by the next instruction, to one of the CPU registers?
1. The execute step
2. The write back step.
3. The fetch step
4. The decode step
Which step involves retrieving an instruction from a memory address?
1. The execute step
2. The decode step
3. The write back step.
4. The fetch step
In which step might the parts of the CPU that are needed to carry out the decoded instruction be connected together?
1. The execute step
2. The fetch step
3. The write back step.
4. The decode step
What does CPU stand for?
1. Central Programming Unit
2. Core Processing Unit
3. Central Processing Unit
4. Core Programming Unit
What does ALU stand for?
1. Adding Logic Unit
2. Algorithm Logic Unit
3. Arithmetic Location Unit
4. Arithmetic Logic Unit
What does FPU stand for?
1. Floating Point Unit
2. Fixed Point Unit
3. Factor Pulse Unit
4. Floating Port Unit
What part of the CPU regulates the rate at which the CPU runs and synchronizes all the various computer components
1. The cache memory
2. The bus frequency
3. The electronic clock
4. The registers

The CPU

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