In-order execution processors are simpler but may have: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In-order execution processors are simpler but may have:
A. Higher complexity
B. Always better performance
C. No pipeline
D. Lower IPC in some workloads
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Due to stalls on dependencies.

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The pipeline stall due to structural hazard happens when:
A. Data dependency
B. Branch taken
C. Cache miss
D. Two instructions need the same hardware resource

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Resource conflict.

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Question #2
What does the Control Unit do during the decode phase?
A. Stores results
B. Interprets the instruction
C. Fetches data from disk
D. Performs calculations

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Decoding involves interpreting the instruction to determine the required action.

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A. Cache type
B. Type of register
C. Software program
D. The physical interface on motherboard

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
It holds and connects the CPU chip.

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