Practice Interconnections In Cpu (19.4) - Introduction to the CPU - Computer Organisation and Architecture

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Question 1.
What is the main function of the ALU?
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Think about what calculations the CPU needs to perform.
Question 2.
Name one type of register within a CPU.
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Consider registers that can be directly accessed by programmers.
3Question 3.
What does the ALU do?
- Performs input/output functions
- Handles arithmetic and logic operations
- Stores data temporarily
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Remember what calculations the CPU is responsible for.
4Question 4.
True or False: The Program Counter directly executes instructions.
- True
- False
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Think about the role of different CPU components.
Question 5.
Design a simple flowchart that illustrates the data flow between the ALU, registers, and memory during an addition operation.
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Consider each step in the addition process to visualize.
Question 6.
Propose an alternative design to improve CPU efficiency by adjusting the interconnection structure. Discuss potential trade-offs.
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Think about how simultaneous data transfers might improve performance.

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