csc213

Computer Architecture

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Section A

Answer any two questions.

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What is cache memory? Explain the mapping process. Differentiate between direct mapping and associate mapping.

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2

Describe micro-programmed control unit. Explain different types of addressing modes with example.

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3

Differentiate between floating point representation and fixed point representation. Divide 23 by 9 using restoring division algorithm.

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Section B

Answer any eight questions.

4

What are different methods for representing signed numbers? Represent (-71) in those formats.

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5

Explain Direct Memory Acess with suitable diagram.

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6

Explain the data transfer and manipulation instruction with example.

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7

Explain common bus system for basic computer.

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8

Explain the binary adder-subtractor circuit with suitable diagram.

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9

What do you mean by Register Transfer Language? Explain the use of Register Transfer Language control function.

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10

What do you mean by sequencer? Explain with microprogram sequencer.

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11

Write the program for the following statement using three, single, zero address instructions.
X = (AB+C-D) / (E+FG)

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12

Write short notes on (any two):
a. CISC
b. Overlapped register
c. Pipelining hazards

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