Which architecture is dominant in personal computers? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which architecture is dominant in personal computers?
A. Only ARM
B. MIPS only
C. PowerPC exclusively
D. x86 / x86-64
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Used by Intel and AMD for PCs.

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Practice More CPU (Central Processing Unit) Questions

Question #1
Which is not typically inside the CPU die?
A. ALU
B. Control Unit
C. L1 Cache
D. Main RAM

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Main RAM is separate from the processor chip.

This question belongs to: Computer CPU (Central Processing Unit)
Question #2
The loop buffer or uop cache stores:
A. Decoded micro-operations for loops
B. Addresses
C. Data from memory
D. Power states

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Reduces power by avoiding repeated decode.

This question belongs to: Computer CPU (Central Processing Unit)
Question #3
The ROB (Reorder Buffer) size affects:
A. Cache size
B. How many instructions can be in flight
C. Address bus
D. Power only

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Larger ROB supports more out-of-order execution.

This question belongs to: Computer CPU (Central Processing Unit)