FC0-U71 Tech Concepts and Terminology Practice Question
Which of the following best describes the function of a CPU cache?
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Why each option matters
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It provides temporary storage for data the CPU needs quickly.
CPU cache is a small, fast memory that stores frequently accessed data to speed up processing.
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It connects the CPU to the motherboard.
Why it's wrong here
That's the socket or bus.
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It provides temporary storage for data the CPU needs quickly.
Why this is correct
Cache holds frequently used data for fast access.
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It stores the operating system permanently.
Why it's wrong here
The OS is stored on storage, not cache.
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It performs arithmetic calculations.
Why it's wrong here
The ALU performs calculations.
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