Practice Normalization: Standardizing the Mantissa - 4.4.3 | Module 4: Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) Design | Computer Architecture
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4.4.3 - Normalization: Standardizing the Mantissa

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is normalization in floating-point representation?

💡 Hint: It involves representation of numbers in a unique way.

Question 2

Easy

What does the implied leading 1 refer to?

💡 Hint: Think about memory efficiency.

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Question 1

What is the purpose of normalization in floating-point representation?

  • To ensure unique representation
  • To reduce storage
  • To increase speed

💡 Hint: Focus on the benefits of a consistent format.

Question 2

True or False: The implied leading 1 is explicitly stored in memory.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about how normalization impacts storage.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Normalize the number 0.00001011_2. Describe each step of the normalization process.

💡 Hint: Look at where the first non-zero bit is to move the point.

Question 2

Analyze how normalization impacts floating-point precision in numerical algorithms. Prepare a short essay.

💡 Hint: Discuss both advantages and how it helps mitigate errors.

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