Practice - Time Management: System Tick, Delays, Software Timers
Practice Questions
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What is the purpose of a system tick?
💡 Hint: Think of it as the heartbeat of the OS.
Why would you use a delay in your code?
💡 Hint: Consider scenarios requiring waiting for sensor data.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is a system tick?
💡 Hint: Think about how timing is managed in an OS.
True or False: A delay function can block other tasks from executing.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when you delay processing.
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Challenge Problems
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Imagine designing a smart lighting system for an office. Explain how you would implement system ticks, delays, and software timers to manage the lighting based on occupancy sensors.
💡 Hint: Think about the tasks involved and how timing affects system behavior.
Discuss the potential consequences of relying solely on delays for task management in an embedded system.
💡 Hint: Consider real-time requirements and the necessity for timely responses.
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