As shown in the accompanying figure, the CPU, also called the ____ when talking about personal computers, does the vast majority of the processing for a computer.
A)macroprocessor
B)microprocessor
C)RAM
D)Memory System

Question

As shown in the accompanying figure, the CPU, also called the ____ when talking about personal computers, does the vast majority of the processing for a computer.
A)macroprocessor 
B)microprocessor 
C)RAM 
D)Memory System

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The term "CPU" stands for "Central Processing Unit" and is often used interchangeably with the term "microprocessor" when referring to personal computers. The CPU/microprocessor is responsible for carrying out most of the processing tasks in a computer. RAM and Memory System are not synonymous with the CPU/microprocessor and are not responsible for carrying out processing tasks. A macroprocessor is a software tool used for automating repetitive tasks in programming, but it is not related to the CPU/microprocessor.

As Shown in the Accompanying Figure, the CPU, Also Called