14.2.2 - Control Instructions for Addressing Modes
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Define addressing mode.
💡 Hint: Think about how computers access data.
What is the difference between immediate and direct addressing modes?
💡 Hint: Consider where the operand is located.
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What defines an addressing mode?
💡 Hint: What is the purpose of addressing modes?
True or False: Immediate addressing mode requires more execution steps than direct addressing mode.
💡 Hint: Which mode is simpler?
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Design an instruction set for a simple processor that includes both immediate and indirect addressing modes, describing how each mode affects instruction execution.
💡 Hint: Think about how simplification can aid performance.
Compare the efficiency of a program that uses immediate addressing mode extensively versus one that uses indirect addressing mode. What implications does this have for performance?
💡 Hint: Consider how often data is reached.
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