Q1Moderate
If the zeroth condition is satisfied then, for execution, the JNZ instruction takes
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Correct answer: D. 4 clock cycles
Quick explanation
JNZ tests the zero flag and branches when Z=0. The timing depends on whether the jump is taken; under the processor/timing convention intended by this question, when the 'zero condition' is satisfied the execution path takes four clock cycles, matching the final key.
Z = 0 → jump taken
Z = 1 → no jump
