Practice Learning Methodology (18.5) - Addressing Modes, Instruction Set and Instruction Execution Flow

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Question 1.
What is the main function of the CPU?
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Think about the primary role in a computer.
Question 2.
Define what an instruction set is.
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Consider it as the language of commands for the CPU.
3Question 3.
What does the CPU primarily do?
- Store data
- Execute instructions
- Transfer files
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Consider what is central to any computational task.
4Question 4.
True or False: Registers are high-speed storage locations directly within the CPU.
- True
- False
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Think about how the CPU accesses data.
Question 5.
Design a mini instruction cycle for a CPU that involves fetching a data instruction, processing it, and branching based on a condition. Describe each step.
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Use the CPU cycle components we discussed.
Question 6.
Assess the potential impact of using more registers in a CPU design. What trade-offs do you foresee?
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Consider the balance between speed and efficiency in computer architecture.

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