Practice Supervisor Mode and Privileges - 2.1.6 | 2. Signed Arithmetic and Overflow | Computer Organisation and Architecture - Vol 2
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Question 1

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What is the significance of supervisor mode?

💡 Hint: Think about the access level needed for certain system functions.

Question 2

Easy

What does the zero flag indicate?

💡 Hint: Link it to basic arithmetic results.

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Question 1

What is the role of the carry flag in arithmetic operations?

  • Indicates zero result
  • Indicates overflow
  • Indicates negative result

💡 Hint: Think about what happens when arithmetic results exceed maximum storage.

Question 2

True or False: The overflow flag is used only in unsigned arithmetic.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Remember the use of two's complement representation.

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Question 1

Design an algorithm that checks the equality flag and utilizes it in a typical program flow structure. Describe what happens when the flag is set versus when it is not.

💡 Hint: Think about scenarios like loops and conditionals in programming.

Question 2

Consider the implications of using the carry flag in an arithmetic operation. What would happen if you fail to check the carry flag when adding two maximum values?

💡 Hint: Reflect on how overflow can disrupt a program's logic flow.

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