The predicate register in some ISAs enables: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The predicate register in some ISAs enables:
A. No conditional
B. Memory only
C. Guarded execution
D. ALU bypass
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Avoids branches.

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