engineering computer science MCQ #222

A computer system uses a 2-way set-associative cache. What is the main advantage?

engineering computer science MCQ #222

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A computer system uses a 2-way set-associative cache. What is the main advantage?

    • A) Reduced cache misses
    • B) Increased cache hits
    • C) Improved cache coherence
    • D) Simplified cache replacement policy

    Answer: Reduced cache misses

    Explanation: 2-way set-associative cache reduces cache misses by allowing two cache lines to be stored in each set, increasing the chances of a cache hit.