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COM 101 Computer Hardware Components Objective Question
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What is the role of registers in the CPU?
Options
A To perform arithmetic and logical operations
B To control and coordinate all computer components
C To store the data that is to be executed next
Correct Answer
D To permanently store the computer's boot instructions
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Registers are described as a 'very fast storage area' within the CPU that stores the data which is to be executed next. The ALU performs operations, and the CU coordinates components.

Hint

Think about the CPU's very fast, internal, and temporary storage locations for immediate data.

Question Info

Course: COM 101
Topic: Computer Hardware Components
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 726 of 1018
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