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QWhat is the function of an accumulator in a processor?

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  • A Storing data and performing logical operations ✔ ✖
  • B Storing data and performing arithmetic and logical operations ✔ ✖
  • C Storing addresses ✔ ✖
  • D Pointer ✔ ✖
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The primary function of an accumulator is to store intermediate results during arithmetic and logical operations. It is a register in the processor that can hold a single value at a time and can be used for various operations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and logical operations.

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