Practice Memory Interfacing and Data Transfer Mechanisms - 3 | Module 3: Memory Interfacing and Data Transfer Mechanisms | Microcontroller
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Question 1

Easy

What is the total addressable locations for a CPU with 10 address lines?

💡 Hint: Use the formula 2^n.

Question 2

Easy

Name one advantage of SRAM over DRAM.

💡 Hint: Think about performance characteristics.

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Question 1

What is the key function of address mapping?

  • It assigns memory chip addresses
  • It regulates power supply
  • It cools the CPU

💡 Hint: Think about how CPUs communicate with multiple memory components.

Question 2

True or False: DRAM requires periodic refreshing while SRAM does not.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how data is stored in each type of memory.

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Question 1

Given a CPU with 20 address lines, calculate the total addressable memory space in bytes and explain how you would assign this to SRAM and DRAM.

💡 Hint: Use the address formula and consider balancing speed with capacity.

Question 2

Discuss how a DMA controller can enhance the performance of a microcontroller in a real-time embedded system. Provide specific examples of its use.

💡 Hint: Focus on how DMA alleviates CPU load during data transfers.

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