A Special Motherboard Chip That Executes Instructions, Performs Math Calculations

question 72

Multiple Choice

A special motherboard chip that executes instructions, performs math calculations, and coordinates input/output operations is called the

• A) Microprocessor
• B) Processor
• C) CPU
• D) All these answers are true.

---

Definitions:

Required Reserve Ratio

The fraction of deposits that banks are required by law to keep on hand as reserves or with the central bank.

Discount Rate

The interest rate charged by central banks to commercial banks for loans.

Government Securities

Financial instruments issued by a government to raise funds from investors, promising to pay back with interest, including treasury bonds, bills, and notes considered low-risk investments.

Federal Reserve Board

The governing body of the Federal Reserve System, responsible for overseeing the U.S. central banking system.