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STIG: Hardware KS3 Year 9

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What is the main function of the CPU in a computer system?

Processing data

Storing data

Displaying output

Controlling peripherals

Which component of a computer is responsible for storing data?

Motherboard

CPU

Hard drive

RAM

What is the purpose of the motherboard in a computer system?

Store information

Process data

Display output

Connect components

Which component of a computer is responsible for displaying output?

Graphics card

Monitor

CPU

RAM

The Fetch Execute Cycle consists of only one stage.

True

False

The Execute stage is where the CPU performs the actions of the instruction.

True

False

In the Fetch Execute Cycle, which stage obtains the program instructions?

Reset

Load

Fetch

Decode

Which stage in the Fetch Execute Cycle carries out the command?

Load

Execute

Decode

Fetch

What is the primary function of the processor in a computer?

Store data

Run software

Display information

Execute instructions

Where is data permanently stored for long-term use in a computer?

Main memory

RAM

Storage

Processor

Which component acts as the brain of the computer system?

Graphics card

Processor

Storage

Main memory

Which of these is an example of volatile memory?

SSD

ROM

HDD

RAM

Which storage device has no moving parts?

USB

SSD

CD

HDD

Which is a optical storage device?

CD

HDD

RAM

USB

Which memory type loses data when power is off?

RAM

HDD

SSD

ROM

What does RAM stand for?

Read Access Memory

Random All Memory

Read-Only Memory

Random Access Memory

Which memory is used as a computer's main memory?

Hard Drive

RAM

Cache

ROM

Which memory stores instructions for the computer to start?

GPU

SSD

RAM

ROM

What type of memory retains data even when powered off?

SSD

ROM

RAM

HDD

How is data stored on a CD-ROM?

Bits and nibbles

Pits and lands

Bytes and bits

Tracks and sectors

What does the laser read on a CD?

Binary code

Microscopic grooves

Physical bumps

Reflectivity changes

What type of laser is used to write data onto a disc?

D. Recording laser

C. Copying laser

B. Reading laser

A. Burning laser