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Paper 1 structured question: Computer architecture

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Components of the CPU.

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Components of the CPU

The CPU consists of the Control Unit, Arithmetic Logic Unit, and Registers.

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    Describe the function of the Control Unit in the CPU.

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Role of the CPU

The CPU is essential for executing instructions and processing data in a computer system.

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    State the main function of the CPU.

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