Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

What does the term IRQ stand for?

  1. Input Request Que

  2. Interrupt Request Que

  3. Interrupt Request

  4. Input Request
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The correct answer is C (Interrupt Request) because IRQ is the hardware signal that devices send to the CPU to get attention. The 'Q' stands for 'Request,' not 'Que.' IRQs are fundamental to how computers manage multiple devices needing processor time.

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