Practice Control Unit Functions (2.3.3) - Computer Model - Computer Organisation and Architecture - Vol 1
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Control Unit Functions

Practice - Control Unit Functions

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What does the Control Unit (CU) do?

💡 Hint: Think about its role in instruction execution.

Question 2 Easy

What is the primary function of the ALU?

💡 Hint: ALU stands for...?

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Question 1

What role does the Control Unit (CU) play in a computer system?

Executes all programs
Controls data flow and operations
Stores data permanently

💡 Hint: Think about its central functions.

Question 2

True or False: The ALU can function independently of the Control Unit.

True
False

💡 Hint: Who directs the ALU's functions?

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Analyze a scenario where a malfunctioning Control Unit can lead to errors in data processing.

💡 Hint: Consider the sequence of operations that depend on CU guidance.

Challenge 2 Hard

Design a simple flowchart that outlines the steps of instruction execution involving the Control Unit.

💡 Hint: Use standard flowchart symbols for clarity.

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