Practice Basic Processing Element (5.2.1) - Demultiplexer - Computer Organisation and Architecture - Vol 1
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Question 1 Easy

What is the main function of a demultiplexer?

💡 Hint: Think about how it interacts with multiple outputs.

Question 2 Easy

Name one arithmetic operation performed by the ALU.

💡 Hint: Consider basic math operations.

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Question 1

What does a demultiplexer do?

Combines multiple inputs
Routes one input to many outputs
Processes arithmetic operations

💡 Hint: Think about how it operates compared to a multiplexer.

Question 2

True or False: The ALU can only perform arithmetic operations.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider what the ALU can do beyond basic arithmetic.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a demultiplexer that routes one input to 16 outputs. How many select lines will you need and why?

💡 Hint: Think about exponentiation and binary representation.

Challenge 2 Hard

In an ALU, how would you handle an undefined state produced in a sequential circuit? Suggest potential design alterations.

💡 Hint: Consider controls and timing mechanisms in digital circuits.

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