Practice Optimization Techniques (7.4) - Overview of the Module - Computer Organisation and Architecture

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Question 1.
What is a macro instruction?
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Think about the complexity of tasks.
Question 2.
Define a micro instruction.
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Consider what happens in a single clock cycle.
3Question 3.
What is a macro instruction?
- A simple operation
- An atomic instruction
- A complex instruction
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Consider how many steps are included.
4Question 4.
True or False: Micro instructions can execute in multiple clock cycles.
- True
- False
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Think about what makes them 'micro.'
Question 5.
Given a complex instruction involving multiple registers, propose a strategy to optimize its execution using clock grouping.
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Evaluate the relationship between each micro instruction.
Question 6.
Develop a flowchart illustrating the phases and micro instructions for a sample ADD instruction involving indirect addressing.
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Break down each step systematically in your flowchart.

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