11.4.1 - Review of Control Signals in CPU
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Practice Questions
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What does the MFC signal indicate?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when data retrieval is finished.
What is the purpose of the memory data register?
💡 Hint: Consider its role when reading or writing data.
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What does MFC stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about what MFC signifies in data operations.
Is the write enable signal necessary during data writing from R1 to memory?
💡 Hint: Consider the control signals needed during write procedures.
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Design a sequence to handle simultaneous read and write requests to the CPU. Describe how control signals should be managed.
💡 Hint: Think about how the CPU decides which operation to prioritize during a clock edge.
Explain the impact of a malfunctioning MFC signal on memory operations.
💡 Hint: Consider the critical role of MFC in the overall operation of reading data.
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