2.2.6. Jump Instructions Based on Flags

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the purpose of the overwrite flag?

   Hint

   Think about the outcome when numbers are added together.

2. 2.

   Define what an equality flag signifies.

   Hint

   What condition does it check for?

3. 3.

   What does the overflow flag indicate?

   • The result is positive
   • The result exceeds storage capacity
   • No condition is present

   Hint

   Think about what happens when values are added together.

4. 4.

   True or False: The equality flag is set when two numbers are not equal.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   What does equality mean?

5. 5.

   Outline a series of code snippets that demonstrate the correct use of flags. Explain how improper flag checks could lead to logical errors.

   Hint

   Think about scenarios where outcomes depend on flag evaluations.