A computer component that decodes and interprets instructions and also directs program implementation is?

A.

memory unit

B.

central processing unit

C.

control unit

D.

system unit

Correct answer is B

A central processing unit (CPU) is the electronic circuitry within a computer that carries out the instructions of a computer program by performing the basic arithmetic, logical, control and input/output (I/O) operations specified by the instructions.