Practice Analogy (5.3.1.4) - Control Unit Design - Computer Architecture
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Question 1 Easy

What role does the Control Unit play in a CPU?

💡 Hint: Think about how a conductor leads a musical performance.

Question 2 Easy

Define micro-operation.

💡 Hint: Consider the basic steps in an instruction.

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Question 1

What does the Control Unit primarily do?

Performs calculations
Generates control signals
Stores data

💡 Hint: Think about the CU’s role in leading operations.

Question 2

True or False: Control signals must be activated at the right moment for the CPU to function correctly.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider how timing impacts coordination.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Discuss how the analogy of the Control Unit as a conductor can help a novice understand the complexities of CPU operations.

💡 Hint: Consider how visualizing the conductor's role simplifies learning about CPU functions.

Challenge 2 Hard

How could poor timing in control signals affect the outcome of a software program's execution?

💡 Hint: Think about how timing influences responses and actions in any systematic structure.

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