Practice Fetch and Execute Cycles - 11.5.1 | 11. Components of the Processor | Computer Organisation and Architecture - Vol 1
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Question 1

Easy

What does the CPU consist of?

💡 Hint: Think about the building blocks of a CPU.

Question 2

Easy

What is the role of the program counter (PC)?

💡 Hint: It's like a roadmap for the CPU.

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Question 1

What does the fetch cycle do?

  • A) Retrieves an instruction
  • B) Executes the instruction
  • C) Stores data
  • D) Manages input/output

💡 Hint: Consider what happens first before execution.

Question 2

True or False: The execute cycle takes place after the fetch cycle has occurred.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the order of operations.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Illustrate a scenario where the CPU requires an indirect cycle. What does it involve?

💡 Hint: Consider how the CPU fetches additional data before executing.

Question 2

Discuss the relationship between the fetch cycle and main memory in a multi-tasking environment.

💡 Hint: Think about how multitasking affects instruction handling.

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