3.4.4. Examples

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the primary function of an ADC?

   Hint

   Think about the flow of sound in technology.

2. 2.

   How do smartphones utilize DACs?

   Hint

   What happens before you hear your friend's voice?

3. 3.

   What device converts analog signals to digital?

   • ADC
   • DAC
   • DSP

   Hint

   Which device takes the 'analog' input?

4. 4.

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

   • True
   • False

   Hint

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

5. 5.

   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.

6. 6.

   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.