Which is a common cause of CPU stalls? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which is a common cause of CPU stalls?

A. More cores

B. Larger cache

C. High clock speed

D. Cache miss or branch misprediction

Answer: Option D

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Both increase pipeline bubbles.

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Question #1

Future CPUs may increasingly use:

A. No integration

B. Larger single dies only

C. 3D stacking and advanced packaging

D. Analog processing

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
For higher density and performance.

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Question #2

Which of the following is an integrated component in many modern SoCs?

A. CPU, GPU, NPU

B. Monitor

C. Only CPU

D. Hard disk

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
System on Chip includes multiple processing units.

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Question #3

Which company is known for high core count server CPUs?

A. AMD with EPYC

B. Basic desktop makers

C. Printer companies

D. Software firms

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Competing in data center market.

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