19.2.1 - Instruction Fetch Process
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What does the program counter do in the instruction fetch process?
💡 Hint: Think about how CPUs know which instruction to execute next.
What is the function of the Memory Address Register (MAR)?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens in memory operations.
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What does the program counter do?
💡 Hint: Think about which register manages the flow of the instruction cycle.
The Memory Address Register is responsible for:
💡 Hint: Recall what happens to addresses in memory transactions.
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Sketch an FSM diagram representing the instruction fetch sequence showing states and transitions. Include at least three states and discuss transitions based on signal changes.
💡 Hint: Think diagrammatically about the flow of signals and operations.
Discuss how the instruction fetch process could be optimized to allow faster processing within the CPU architecture. What could be introduced?
💡 Hint: Consider modern techniques in CPU design for efficiency.
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