Practice Programmable Logic Array (9.2.2) - Programmable Logic Devices - Part A
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Programmable Logic Array

Practice - Programmable Logic Array - 9.2.2

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is one primary component of a PLA?

💡 Hint: It's the input section responsible for creating product terms.

Question 2 Easy

How do PLAs differ from PROMs?

💡 Hint: Think about the flexibility of the components.

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Question 1

What is a Programmable Logic Array (PLA)?

A device with only programmable AND gates
A device with a programmable AND array and a programmable OR array
A hard-wired logic circuit

💡 Hint: Think about the flexibility these devices offer.

Question 2

True or False: A PLA can utilize less logic capacity than a PROM.

True
False

💡 Hint: Recall the distinctions between the device's configurability.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Create a detailed configuration for a PLA to implement the Boolean function F(A, B, C) = A'B + BC' + AB.

💡 Hint: Think about how product terms connect to each output.

Challenge 2 Hard

Compare and contrast the manufacturing requirements of PLAs with fixed logic devices. In what scenarios would you recommend using one over the other?

💡 Hint: Consider the trade-offs between flexibility and manufacturing efficiency.

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