Which of the following is responsible for coordinating various operations using timing signals?
A
Arithmetic-logic Unit
B
Control unit
C
Memory unit
D
Input/Output unit
E
None of the above
Correct Answer: Control unit
The control unit (CU) is a component of a computer's central processing unit (CPU) that directs the operation of the processor. It tells the computer's memory, arithmetic/logic unit and input and output devices how to respond to the instructions that have been sent to the processor.