The latency of register access is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The latency of register access is:
A. Hundreds of cycles
B. Same as main memory
C. Variable by design
D. 1 clock cycle or less
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Registers are the fastest storage.

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The write-through cache policy:
A. Updates both cache and memory simultaneously
B. Updates cache only
C. Reads data
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Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Ensures consistency but may increase traffic.

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A. Memory management
B. All operations equally
C. No operations
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Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
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Correct Answer: Option D


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