28.3.2 - Memory Address Register
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What does the MAR stand for, and what is its primary function?
💡 Hint: Think about where data is stored.
True or False: A single bus architecture can use multiple memory sources.
💡 Hint: Consider the definition of single bus systems.
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What is the main function of the Memory Address Register?
💡 Hint: Think about the role of the MAR.
True or False: Multiple buses in a CPU architecture can improve data handling efficiency.
💡 Hint: Consider how operations can happen in parallel.
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Explain how having multiple buses changes the design considerations when architecting a CPU focusing on the MAR.
💡 Hint: Consider possible conflicts in data flow management.
Create a flowchart that outlines how data is handled by the MAR in both a single and multi-bus system.
💡 Hint: Use distinct shapes for each type of process involved.
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