Practice Processing Elements (18.7.1) - Addressing Modes, Instruction Set and Instruction Execution Flow

Practice: Processing Elements

Lesson 18.7.1Addressing Modes, Instruction Set and Instruction Execution Flow

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Question 1.
What is the main function of the ALU?
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Think about basic mathematical operations.
Question 2.
Define what a register is in the CPU.
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Consider where the CPU keeps data while processing.
3Question 3.
What does ALU stand for?
- Arithmetic Logic Unit
- Artificial Logic Unit
- Analog Logic Unit
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Recall the major functions of the CPU.
4Question 4.
The control unit is responsible for:
- True
- False
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Think about who directs the traffic in the CPU.
Question 5.
Design an instruction set that utilizes various addressing modes, such as direct and indirect, and explain how each one would affect data retrieval.
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Consider how each addressing mode might simplify or complicate data manipulation.
Question 6.
Evaluate the impact of a control unit's design on the speed of instruction execution in a modern CPU.
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Think about the sequential vs. non-sequential instruction execution.

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