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Practice Questions
Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
Define what a subroutine is.
💡 Hint: Think about how it helps to avoid code repetition.
Question 2
Easy
What does the CALL instruction do?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens before the program jumps to a new routine.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What happens when a subroutine is called?
- The program jumps to the end of the code.
- The return address is pushed onto the stack.
- The program stops execution.
💡 Hint: Think about what needs to be remembered before jumping.
Question 2
True or False: A stack frame can contain parameters passed to a subroutine.
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Consider what information is necessary when a subroutine is called.
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Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Write a pseudocode implementation of a program that includes a main function calling two nested subroutines. Explain the flow of execution.
💡 Hint: Use flow diagrams to illustrate how calls stack up.
Question 2
Discuss how changing the calling convention from callee-save to caller-save affects subroutine design. Provide examples.
💡 Hint: Contrast both approaches with specific use cases.
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