Practice Examples (3.4.4) - Introduction to Key Components – ADC, DAC, and Mixed Signal Systems
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Question 1 Easy

What is the primary function of an ADC?

💡 Hint: Think about the flow of sound in technology.

Question 2 Easy

How do smartphones utilize DACs?

💡 Hint: What happens before you hear your friend's voice?

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Question 1

What device converts analog signals to digital?

ADC
DAC
DSP

💡 Hint: Which device takes the 'analog' input?

Question 2

True or False: DAC transforms a digital signal into analog.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about the final step before hearing sound from a speaker.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Analyze and describe the trade-offs of using a high-resolution ADC versus a lower-resolution one in a medical device. What factors need to be considered?

💡 Hint: Think about what affects patient safety and the results of a diagnostic tool.

Challenge 2 Hard

Imagine designing a new type of hearing aid. How would you integrate mixed signal systems into your design?

💡 Hint: Consider the tasks a hearing aid needs to accomplish before outputting sound.

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