Semiconductor industry and market

Which small computer, embedded in appliances, cars and other equipment to control them, integrates a CPU, memory and I/O circuits on one chip?

  1. AMicrocontroller (MCU)
  2. BDRAM
  3. CImage sensor
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Answer: A. Microcontroller (MCU)

A microcontroller integrates a CPU, nonvolatile memory for programs, RAM, timers and I/O circuits such as A/D converters on one chip, and controls all kinds of everyday equipment, from rice cookers and air conditioners to car engines and brakes. A single car carries dozens of microcontrollers or more.

  • A. Correct. It is a small computer for controlling equipment.
  • B. DRAM is memory that stores data temporarily.
  • C. An image sensor converts light into electrical signals.
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