Practice Clock Grouping (7.4.1) - Overview of the Module - Computer Organisation and Architecture

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Question 1.
Define macro instruction.
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Think of it as a large instruction.
Question 2.
What does a micro instruction do?
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Consider the smallest task in instruction execution.
3Question 3.
What does a macro instruction consist of?
- A single clock cycle
- Multiple clock cycles
- Always simple operations
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Think of how complex a macro instruction might be.
4Question 4.
Is a micro instruction executed in multiple clock cycles?
- True
- False
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Remember the distinction between macro and micro instructions.
Question 5.
Given a complex macro instruction, outline the micro instructions required to execute it efficiently.
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Consider the FDES phases.
Question 6.
Propose an alternative method to improve instruction cycle efficiency beyond clock grouping.
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Think about other CPU efficiency techniques you've learned.

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