What Was Significant About the Introduction of the Microprocessor in the 1970s

question 167

Multiple Choice

What was significant about the introduction of the microprocessor in the 1970s?

• A) It had more capacity than other forms of memory.
• B) It could store data separate from the computer.
• C) It allowed computers to communicate directly with each other.
• D) It was faster, smaller, and less expensive than integrated circuits.

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Definitions:

Communication

The process of transferring information from one entity to another through various means, including verbally, nonverbally, or through written documents.

Endocrine System

A network of glands in the body that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream, regulating various bodily functions.

Nervous System

The body's complex network of cells and tissues, consisting of the central and peripheral nervous systems, responsible for coordinating voluntary and involuntary actions and transmitting signals between different parts of the body.

Hypothalamus

A small region of the brain located below the thalamus, responsible for regulating many bodily functions, including hunger, thirst, sleep, and emotional activity.