Subject

    Computer Science

    Topic

    Computer Hardware

    Which pipeline hazard arises when multiple instructions compete for the same hardware resource?

    ক)
    Structural hazard
    খ)
    Data hazard
    গ)
    Control hazard
    ঘ)
    Scoreboard hazard

    Explanation

    If the pipeline lacks enough ports or functional units, instructions stall. Classic example: single memory port for instruction and data fetch. Solutions include duplicating resources or scheduling uses apart. Balanced pipelines minimize structural conflicts.

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