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Computer Studies Central Processing Unit (CPU)

What is the difference between the CU and the ALU?

A CU performs calculations while ALU controls data flow

B CU controls and coordinates operations while ALU performs arithmetic and logical operations

C Both the CU and ALU perform the same tasks

D CU stores data while ALU stores instructions

Explanation

The CU controls and coordinates all computer operations without performing processing itself. The ALU performs the actual arithmetic and logical operations on data.

Reference: Computer Studies Textbook , Page 3

Hint

One manages and one calculates — which does which?

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