22.1.2 - Branch Address Field
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What is the purpose of the branch address field?
💡 Hint: Think about where the program counter might go next.
What does a control signal do?
💡 Hint: Recall how decisions are made during instruction execution.
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What does the branch address field specify if a condition is met?
💡 Hint: Think about the control of the program flow.
True or False: The control signals dictate whether to increment the micro-program counter or branch to an address.
💡 Hint: Remember what the control signals are responsible for.
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Design a branching flow using two conditional flags. Describe how you would set up the corresponding multiplexers and control signals.
💡 Hint: Draw out the truth table and connections to visualize the flow of conditions.
Evaluate how different branching methods impact instruction processing speed. What design considerations must be made?
💡 Hint: Think about processor architecture and its implications on performance.
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