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Effect of Condition Codes

22.3.2 - Effect of Condition Codes

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What does the Control Function Field do?

💡 Hint: Think about how it influences the next instruction execution.

Question 2 Easy

What happens when the condition code is '11'?

💡 Hint: Focus on what the code signifies.

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Question 1

What is the default action when the condition select code is '11'?

Jump to the next address
Increment the program counter
Do nothing

💡 Hint: Remember what '11' means in terms of program control.

Question 2

True or False: The Branch Address Field specifies the address to jump to if conditions are met.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about the function of the Branch Address Field.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Create a flowchart showing how the condition select field influences the program counter based on different condition codes. Include examples like '00', '01', and '11'.

💡 Hint: Visualize how the code affects the actions of the program counter.

Challenge 2 Hard

Discuss how varying the condition codes alters the overall instruction execution sequence in a microprogrammed control unit. Provide a concrete example.

💡 Hint: Consider past examples where conditions led to jumps versus increments.

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