Question

Consider the two computers A and B with the clock cycle times 100 ps and 150 ps
respectively for some program. The number of cycles per instruction (CPI) for A and B are
2.0 and 1.0 respectively for the same program. Which computer is faster and how much?
a) A is 1.33 times faster than B
b) Bis 1.22 times faster than A
c) A is 1.23 times faster than B
d) B is 1.33 times faster than A

Answer 1

Answer:

B. B is 1.22 times faster than A