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7.2.2. Complexity of Instructions
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- 1.
What is a macro instruction?
Hint
Think about complex commands the CPU has to perform.
- 2.
How many phases are there in an instruction cycle?
Hint
List each phase that the CPU must undergo.
- 3.
What is the primary role of micro instructions in a CPU?
- To simplify macro instructions
- To execute high-level commands
- To manage memory access
Hint
Think about how CPUs handle complex tasks.
- 4.
True or False: All macro instructions can be executed in a single clock cycle.
- True
- False
Hint
Recall the definition of macro instructions.
- 5.
Design a complete instruction cycle for a complex macro instruction, detailing the micro instructions involved at each phase.
Hint
Consider how each phase interrelates and the micro tasks involved.
- 6.
Evaluate how using clock grouping can enhance instruction processing in a multi-core CPU.
Hint
Think of scenarios where multiple cores can work on non-dependent tasks simultaneously.
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- You can use hints if you need help
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