Practice Basic Components of an Instruction - 24.3 | 24. Lecture - 10 | Computer Organisation and Architecture - Vol 1
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Question 1

Easy

What does the opcode in an instruction specify?

💡 Hint: Think about what action the instruction will execute.

Question 2

Easy

What is the default operand in a 1-address instruction?

💡 Hint: Recall what special register is often involved.

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Question 1

What does the 'opcode' in an instruction refer to?

  • The sequence of operands
  • The operation to be performed
  • The memory address

💡 Hint: Remember, it's the command part of the instruction.

Question 2

The number of operands in a 2-address instruction is?

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the naming of the instruction type.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Consider a 5-address instruction format. What potential advantages and disadvantages might this introduce into CPU design?

💡 Hint: Think about what happens when instruction length increases.

Question 2

Create a comparative table illustrating the differences between 1-address, 2-address, and 3-address instructions. What are the benefits and limitations of each format?

💡 Hint: Focus on the key components discussed in the section.

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