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Quiz: Clock Speed - What It Measures and Why It Matters

OCR GCSE J277 Computer Science specification

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You've learned about key CPU components like registers, the fetch-decode-execute cycle, and the control unit. Let's now test your understanding of clock speed and its importance!

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What does the term 'clock speed' refer to in a CPU?

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Which of the following are affected by increasing the clock speed of a CPU? (Select all that apply)

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Clock speed is measured in {{blank0}}, with 1 GHz equal to {{blank1}} cycles per second.

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Match the items on the left with their correct pairs on the right

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If a CPU has a clock speed of 3 GHz, how many cycles does it complete per second?

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Match the items on the left with their correct pairs on the right

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Why might increasing clock speed not always result in better performance?

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Which statements about clock speed are true? (Select all that apply)

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To prevent overheating at high clock speeds, CPUs often use {{blank0}} or advanced {{blank1}} systems.

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