19.1.2 - State Transition Details
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Define control signals.
💡 Hint: Think about the role of communication within the CPU.
What does the program counter do?
💡 Hint: Remember its position in relation to instruction execution.
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What is the primary function of the program counter?
💡 Hint: Think about where instructions are fetched from.
True or False: The MFC signal indicates that memory operations are completed.
💡 Hint: Consider what it would mean for the CPU if this signal wasn't received.
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Design a simple FSM for a hypothetical instruction 'SUB R2, M'. Include states, control signals, and timing considerations.
💡 Hint: Consider how each part of the instruction breaks down into states.
Analyze how an incorrect MFC signal could impact instruction processing. Provide examples.
💡 Hint: Think about the reliance on memory readiness in instruction sequences.
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