Practice Word Size Expansion (15.7.1) - Computer Fundamentals - Part C
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Word Size Expansion

Practice - Word Size Expansion

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Question 1 Easy

What is the purpose of word size expansion?

💡 Hint: Think about data processing needs.

Question 2 Easy

How many bits are in a 16×4 RAM chip?

💡 Hint: Consider the second number in the notation.

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Question 1

What does word size expansion allow a computer to do?

Handle only 4 bits of data
More efficiently manage larger data sets
Work slower

💡 Hint: Think about why more bits help in processing data.

Question 2

True or False: Each RAM chip in a word size expansion setup uses a different address line.

True
False

💡 Hint: Reconsider how address lines are organized in memory integration.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a schematic diagram for expanding the word size using two 16×4 RAM chips and explain each connection's purpose.

💡 Hint: Ensure clarity in connection labels for better understanding.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of using multiple RAM chips for word size expansion in a computer system.

💡 Hint: Think about both sides of resource optimization.

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