7.5.1 - Comprehension Objective
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Practice Questions
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What are the four phases of the instruction cycle?
💡 Hint: They follow a specific order.
Define a macro instruction.
💡 Hint: Think of a math equation as a complex task.
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What does a macro instruction refer to?
💡 Hint: Consider how many steps it takes to make a complex task.
Clock grouping is primarily used to:
💡 Hint: Think of it as multitasking to maximize efficiency.
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Given a specific set of operations, outline how you would break them down into micro instructions, explaining each step.
💡 Hint: Practice with simple arithmetic instructions first.
Analyzing a CPU’s performance, evaluate how using clock grouping can optimize processing in a provided instruction set.
💡 Hint: Draw a chart showing dependencies versus independent tasks.
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