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SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 142

SSC CGL Tier II - 3 March 2023 - Shift 1 • Computer • Q142

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________is the oldest type of Central Processing Unit (CPU).
 

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. single core.

  • The oldest type of Central Processing Unit (CPU) is the "Single Core." Single-core CPUs were the earliest processors used in early computers.
  • They had only one processing unit, which could execute one instruction at a time.
  • As technology advanced, multi-core CPUs like Dual Core, Quad Core, and even more cores became common to improve processing power and efficiency.