6.5.2 - Microprocessors and Microcontrollers
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary purpose of a microprocessor?
💡 Hint: Think of it as the brain of the device.
What technology do microcontrollers use?
💡 Hint: Remember, MOSFETs are small switches.
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What does MOSFET stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about the full name and its components.
True or False: Microcontrollers are used only in robotics.
💡 Hint: Consider other areas and devices that use microcontrollers.
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Design a simple logic circuit using MOSFETs that could operate a basic light dimmer in a microcontroller.
💡 Hint: Consider how feedback can control brightness.
Discuss how advancements in VLSI technology have transformed microcontrollers in modern applications.
💡 Hint: Think of areas where miniaturization has led to new applications.
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