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Von Neumann Architecture Diagram

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This diagram covers Von Neumann Architecture Diagram within CPU Architecture for GCSE Computer Science. Revise CPU Architecture in 3.4 Computer Systems for GCSE Computer Science with 16 exam-style questions and 12 flashcards. This topic appears regularly enough that it should still be part of a steady revision cycle. It is section 2 of 8 in this topic. Focus on the labels, the relationships between parts, and the explanation that turns the diagram into an exam-ready answer.

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Section 2 of 8

Practice

16 questions

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12 flashcards

Von Neumann Architecture Diagram

Von Neumann architecture showing CPU components (Control Unit, ALU, Registers), main memory (RAM), and the three buses (Address Bus, Data Bus, Control Bus) connecting them

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Practice Questions for CPU Architecture

Which component of the CPU carries out arithmetic and logical operations?

A. Control Unit
B. Cache
C. Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)
D. Program Counter

1 markfoundation

Name three main components of the CPU and state the purpose of each.

3 marksstandard

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What does ALU stand for?

Arithmetic Logic Unit

What does CPU stand for?

Central Processing Unit

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