Quiz: The Fetch-Decode-Execute Cycle
OCR GCSE J277 Computer Science specification
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Welcome! You've already learned about why the CPU is essential. Today, we'll dive into the Fetch-Decode-Execute Cycle, which is key to understanding how the CPU processes instructions.
What is the first step in the Fetch-Decode-Execute Cycle?
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Which of the following are registers involved in the Fetch-Decode-Execute Cycle? (Select all that apply)
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The {{blank0}} is responsible for fetching instructions during the Fetch stage of the cycle.
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What does the Memory Address Register (MAR) do in the Fetch-Decode-Execute Cycle?
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If a CPU processes 4 instructions per second, how many instructions will it process in 10 seconds?
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During the {{blank0}} phase, the CPU performs the action specified by the instruction.
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What role does the Accumulator (ACC) play in the Fetch-Decode-Execute Cycle?
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