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Practice Questions
Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.
Question 1
Easy
What is the role of the stack pointer in CPU operations?
💡 Hint: Think about how it helps manage memory for function calls.
Question 2
Easy
What information is included in the context when a procedure is called?
💡 Hint: Consider what needs to be restored upon returning from a procedure.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What does a stack pointer do?
- It points to the top of the stack
- It stores the program counter
- It saves the context of a procedure
💡 Hint: Consider its role in managing function calls.
Question 2
True or False: The context saved during a procedure call includes the program counter.
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Reflect on what needs to be restored on exit.
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Challenge Problems
Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Describe in detail the process of calling a procedure and returning, using both the stack and the stack pointer in your explanation.
💡 Hint: Focus on the order of operations and how memory is managed.
Question 2
What are the potential consequences of not restoring the stack pointer correctly after nested procedure calls?
💡 Hint: Consider how the stack structure supports flow control in programs.
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