Critical Thinking Questions Case 6-1

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Multiple Choice

Critical Thinking Questions Case 6-1
You have been studying processors. Your instructor has asked you to help prepare a lecture for introductory students learning about processors. 
You explain that when the ALU performs calculations on data, it is part of the ______ process in the machine cycle.

• A) fetching
• B) decoding
• C) executing
• D) storing

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Definitions:

Clammy Skin

A condition where the skin feels cold and wet, often as a result of illness, anxiety, or the environment.

Dilated Pupils

A condition where the pupils of the eyes become larger or wider than normal, which can be a reaction to various conditions, light levels, or substances.

Heatstroke

A severe heat-related illness characterized by an elevated body temperature, potentially leading to death if not treated promptly.

Pupils

The opening in the center of the iris of the eye that allows light to strike the retina, adjusting in size to regulate the amount of light entering the eye.