13.1.2 - Stage 2: Memory Read
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What does the program counter (PC) do?
💡 Hint: Think of it as the bookmark in your instruction book.
What is contained in the instruction register (IR)?
💡 Hint: It's what the CPU is currently working on.
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What is the first task the CPU performs in the memory read stage?
💡 Hint: Think about which step initiates the fetch process.
True or False: The instruction register (IR) holds the current instruction being executed.
💡 Hint: Remember what happens after the instruction is fetched from memory.
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Design a flowchart to illustrate the memory read process, detailing each control signal's role.
💡 Hint: Start from the top of the flowchart with 'Increment PC' and work down for logical flow.
Explain how the memory read process could be affected by a malfunctioning control signal.
💡 Hint: Consider scenarios where control signals dictate actions like a traffic light malfunction.
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