26.2.1 - Execution in terms of Micro Instructions
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What is a micro instruction?
💡 Hint: It's a low-level operation.
Define explicit jumps.
💡 Hint: Think about how 'jump' is written out.
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What is a key role of micro instructions?
💡 Hint: What do they translate into?
True or False: Implicit jumps are explicitly defined.
💡 Hint: Consider how they are managed in code.
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Design a set of micro instructions needed to execute a macro instruction that multiplies two register values. Explain your design.
💡 Hint: Break down multiplication as a series of adds.
Create a scenario where both implicit and explicit jumps are necessary for executing a series of macro instructions. Describe the flow.
💡 Hint: Map out how user input might affect flow.
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