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What is an instruction set?
Think about what operations the CPU can perform.
Name one component of an instruction format.
Remember, it specifies what the instruction does.
Which is a component of an instruction format?
Consider how an instruction points to specific data.
True or False: The instruction set only contains operations but not operands.
Think about what each instruction needs to specify.
Given an instruction set, outline a simple program to calculate the factorial of a number using a loop. Discuss the potential efficiency implications.
Consider how many steps are needed for larger factorials.
Design a simple assembly program that prints 'Hello World' to the console. Detail the instructions used and their purpose.
Consider what operations are necessary to display data on-screen.
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