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A GPU uses a pipeline with stages: Vertex Processing, Rasterization, and Fragment Processing. If a bug causes the Rasterization stage to skip, what is the most likely visible effect on the rendered image?

ANo pixels are drawn, resulting in a blank screen

BVertices are not transformed, image is distorted

CColors are missing but shapes are visible

DImage renders normally without issues

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand Rasterization role
Rasterization converts vector data (vertices) into pixels to draw on screen.
Step 2: Predict effect of skipping Rasterization
If skipped, no pixels are generated, so nothing appears on screen (blank image).
Final Answer:
No pixels are drawn, resulting in a blank screen -> Option A
Quick Check:
Rasterization missing = no pixels drawn [OK]

Quick Trick: Rasterization turns shapes into pixels; skip it, no image [OK]

Common Mistakes:

MISTAKES

Confusing vertex processing with rasterization
Expecting partial image with missing colors
Assuming image renders normally

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