9.1.3. Dr. Arnab Sarkar

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the role of the control unit in the CPU?

   Hint

   Think about what directs operations.

2. 2.

   Name one input that the control unit uses to generate signals.

   Hint

   Consider where instructions are stored.

3. 3.

   What does the control unit manage in the CPU?

   • Data storage
   • Control signals
   • Data backup

   Hint

   Think about the purpose of the control unit.

4. 4.

   True or False: The instruction register's primary function is to execute instructions.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Recall the role of the instruction register.

5. 5.

   Design a hypothetical CPU architecture that lacks a control bus. Discuss the implications this could have on data processing.

   Hint

   Think about communication pathways in processors.

6. 6.

   Consider a scenario where the instruction register is corrupted. Discuss the impact on operation and provide steps to mitigate these issues.

   Hint

   Recall the importance of each part of the control unit.