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Practice Questions
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Question 1
Easy
What is the critical path in a VLSI design?
💡 Hint: Think about sequential operations and their impact on timing.
Question 2
Easy
Name one technique used for critical path optimization.
💡 Hint: We discussed several methods during class.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What does the critical path determine in a circuit?
- Minimum time required to complete a task
- Maximum power consumption
- Total area of the circuit
💡 Hint: Think about the longest sequence in tasks.
Question 2
True or False: Retiming involves changing the functionality of a circuit.
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Consider the definition of retiming.
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Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Design a small circuit with a known critical path and then apply gate resizing and retiming to reduce its total delay. Explain your reasoning and expected results.
💡 Hint: Consider what components are along the critical path.
Question 2
Discuss the implications of ignoring logic restructuring in a circuit design. What potential issues could arise with respect to timing and performance?
💡 Hint: Reflect on how complexity affects both speed and energy.
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