Practice Instruction Execution - 11.1.2 | 11. Introduction to Memory Operations | Computer Organisation and Architecture - Vol 2
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11.1.2 - Instruction Execution

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is the purpose of the Memory Function Complete (MFC) signal?

💡 Hint: What signal tells us when to proceed after fetching data?

Question 2

Easy

What does the Memory Data Register (MDR) do?

💡 Hint: Think about what holds data right before it goes to or comes from memory.

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Question 1

What role does the MFC signal play in instruction execution?

  • Indicates completion of a read operation
  • Indicates a write operation
  • None of the above

💡 Hint: Remember what signal indicates when it's safe to proceed after reading data.

Question 2

True or False: The Memory Address Register (MAR) holds data before it is written to memory.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider what type of information the MAR contains.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Design a micro-operation sequence involved in reading a data value from memory location 32 to register R1, detailing key signals and their purpose.

💡 Hint: Map out each step precisely focusing on when signals change.

Question 2

Imagine a scenario where two processes are trying to access the same memory location. Explain how control signals can help prevent data corruption.

💡 Hint: Focus on how timing and control signal coordination prevents conflicts.

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