Practice Result Write Back (5.2.4.3) - Control Unit Design - Computer Architecture
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Result Write Back

Practice - Result Write Back

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Question 1 Easy

What is the purpose of control signals in the CPU?

💡 Hint: Think of them as traffic signals.

Question 2 Easy

Define micro-operations.

💡 Hint: Consider them the smallest tasks performed.

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Question 1

What are control signals primarily used for in the write back phase?

To dictate operations
To store data
To process data

💡 Hint: Think about their function as the 'traffic manager'.

Question 2

True or False: Micro-operations can be interrupted.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider how tasks are executed in small segments.

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Challenge 1 Hard

During a write-back operation, if control signals malfunction, describe how it would affect the overall CPU operation.

💡 Hint: Think about what happens if data inputs get mixed up.

Challenge 2 Hard

Consider a scenario where multiple operations occur concurrently. How would timing signals prioritize write-back operations?

💡 Hint: Imagine traffic lights working to let one lane go at a time in a busy intersection.

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