19.3.2 - Micro Program Based Control
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Define what a micro instruction is.
💡 Hint: Think about the detailed steps involved in executing an instruction.
What is the role of the program counter?
💡 Hint: Consider its importance in the instruction cycle.
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What does the program counter (PC) do?
💡 Hint: Consider its role in the sequence of instructions.
True or False: Control signals are irrelevant to efficient instruction execution.
💡 Hint: Think about how operations are initiated and managed.
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Design a simple state diagram for the ADD instruction highlighting key states and transitions.
💡 Hint: Visualize the journey of an instruction from start to finish.
Analyze how the addition of a new instruction affects the existing finite state machine design.
💡 Hint: Examine the sequence of operations that might change.
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