What are the three basic tasks performed by a computer?

What will be an ideal response?

Input, processing, and output. First, it accepts input. Input can come from several different devices like a mouse, a keyboard, or storage. Input usually is generated by a user's actions, but not always. Next, the CPU processes the input, which means that it examines the input and determines or calculates the results. Finally, the CPU sends instructions to whatever device is appropriate to perform or display the output. Output devices include, but are not limited to, monitors, printers, and storage devices.

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A(n) ________ allows you to break down potential decisions in a logical, structured format

A) decision model B) decision tree C) true/false diagram D) IF function diagram

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If the probability of failure of a single drive is 0.000001 per 1,000 hours, what is the probability of failure if exactly:

a. one drive in an array of four fails? b. two drives in an array of four fails?

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