Which of the following is not a function of the CPU? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is not a function of the CPU?
A. Fetching instructions
B. Storing data permanently
C. Decoding instructions
D. Executing instructions
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Permanent storage is a function of secondary storage, not the CPU.

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