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Practice Questions
Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
Define single bus architecture.
💡 Hint: Think about how components share information.
Question 2
Easy
What is horizontal microprogramming?
💡 Hint: Focus on the 'parallel' aspect.
Practice 4 more questions and get performance evaluation
Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What is the primary limitation of horizontal microprogramming?
- Increased speed
- Memory inefficiency
- Reduced signal count
💡 Hint: Remember the trade-offs between speed and memory.
Question 2
True or False: Vertical microprogramming allows for multiple signals to be active simultaneously.
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Focus on the characteristics of signal activation.
Solve 1 more question and get performance evaluation
Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Given a hypothetical CPU with 8 temporary registers and 16 ALU functions, estimate the number of signals needed in a hybrid microprogram model and justify.
💡 Hint: Consider how many functions can be executed at the same time.
Question 2
Analyze the implications of using exclusively horizontal microprogramming over a hybrid approach. Discuss performance and memory aspects.
💡 Hint: Think about trade-offs in architecture design.
Challenge and get performance evaluation