Q588
One of the main feature that distinguish microprocessors from microcomputers is
A.
words are usually larger in microprocessors
B.
words are shorter in microprocessors
C.
microprocessor does not contain I/O devices
AnswerD.
exactly the same as the machine cycle time
E.
None of the above
Answer: Option C
Solution
Answer: Option C
Solution:
One of the main feature that distinguish microprocessors from microcomputers is microprocessor does not contain I/O devices. The microprocessor gives a computer the ability to calculate, sort data and perform logical comparisons. The key distinguishing feature of a microprocessor is its integrated nature the way it combines several different circuits into a single package.