Practice General Purpose Registers - 19.2.1 | 19. Introduction to the CPU | Computer Organisation and Architecture - Vol 1
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19.2.1 - General Purpose Registers

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Question 1

Easy

Define general purpose registers.

💡 Hint: Think about why quick access to data is necessary in a CPU.

Question 2

Easy

What is the primary function of the ALU?

💡 Hint: Consider the tasks required to execute mathematical calculations.

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Question 1

What is the primary purpose of general-purpose registers?

  • Store data temporarily
  • Hold programs permanently
  • Store user preferences

💡 Hint: Think about why fast data access is crucial during program execution.

Question 2

True or False: Specialized registers can be manipulated freely by programmers.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember the distinction between general purpose and specialized registers.

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Question 1

Explain how the CPU would add two values located in memory, detailing the roles of the MAR, MDR, and general-purpose registers involved.

💡 Hint: Consider the data flow from memory to the registers and finally to the ALU.

Question 2

Discuss the impact of choosing a simple ALU configuration versus a complex one that can handle multiple operations in parallel. What trade-offs might a CPU designer face?

💡 Hint: Think of scenarios where speed is crucial versus when cost limitations might be more important.

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