Practice - Computer Organization and Architecture: A Pedagogical Aspect
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Practice Questions
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What does SRAM stand for?
💡 Hint: Think of the types of RAM used in computers.
How does DRAM compare to SRAM in terms of cost?
💡 Hint: Consider the pricing difference mentioned in the section.
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Interactive Quizzes
Quick quizzes to reinforce your learning
What type of memory is SRAM?
💡 Hint: Consider the differences between types of RAM.
True or False: DRAM is more expensive than SRAM.
💡 Hint: Remember the pricing stated in the text.
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Challenge Problems
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A computer uses a direct-mapped cache with 16 lines. If the memory address 0x1C7 must be accessed, how would you determine if it results in a hit or a miss?
💡 Hint: Remember the mapping formula provided in the session.
Given a caching architecture, suggest how an increase in cache size might affect the hit ratio. Discuss both potential benefits and drawbacks.
💡 Hint: Consider both sides of cache performance as discussed in the content.
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