Practice Objectives of the Unit - 16.3.1 | 16. Handling Control Transfer Instructions | Computer Organisation and Architecture - Vol 2
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Question 1

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Define control transfer instructions.

💡 Hint: Think of instructions that could redirect program execution.

Question 2

Easy

What role does the program counter (PC) play?

💡 Hint: Consider what guides the CPU’s next action.

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Question 1

What are control transfer instructions?

  • Instructions that perform calculations
  • Instructions that change execution flow
  • Instructions that store data

💡 Hint: Think about what allows you to skip some actions or repeat them.

Question 2

True or False: The program counter (PC) is responsible for holding the return address during function calls.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: What keeps track of where to return after a jump?

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Question 1

Design a simple instruction set that includes at least one conditional jump and one function call. Explain how the program counter is modified in each case.

💡 Hint: Make sure to consider how the PC behaves differently in each scenario.

Question 2

Describe a potential failure of not managing temporary registers correctly during control transfers and its implications on program flow.

💡 Hint: Think about what happens if you lose your bookmark.

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