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What is the purpose of the Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) in a Central Processing Unit (CPU)?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. It executes program instructions by performing calculations and logical comparisons
  2. It manages the data flow between the CPU fan
  3. It controls the speed of the CPU fan
  4. It connects the CPU to peripheral devices

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: It executes program instructions by performing calculations and logical comparisons