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Quiz: Core Count: How More Cores Can Improve Performance
OCR GCSE J277 Computer Science specification
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Building on what you've learned about the CPU, let's test your knowledge of how core count affects performance!
What is a 'core' in a CPU?
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Which of the following are benefits of having multiple CPU cores? (Select all that apply)
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A CPU with multiple {{blank0}} can execute multiple {{blank1}} at the same time.
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Which type of application benefits the most from a higher core count?
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When using a CPU with multiple cores, the performance of a computer may {{blank0}} because tasks can be processed {{blank1}}.
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If a CPU has 4 cores, how many tasks can it process simultaneously?
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Which of the following is true about core count and CPU performance?
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Which of the following factors impact the performance improvement from additional cores? (Select all that apply)
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