Digital Circuits Quiz: Binary Counters and Flip-Flops

A type of circuit that has two stable states, meaning it can be switched between a logic 0 and logic 1 state and will remain in that state indefinitely. It requires a trigger to change states.

A type of flip-flop that transfers the logic state present at its D input to its Q output when triggered by a rising edge on its clock input.

A circuit that can be created using a D-type flip-flop where the D input is permanently connected to a logic 1 and the circuit becomes a latch when a clock pulse is applied. It retains a state until the clock pulse triggers the change.

A circuit that uses D-type flip-flops in a way that allows it to count up or down. By connecting the Q output back to the D input and using a clock signal, you can create a counter.

A type of circuit that uses D-type flip-flops to transfer data from one terminal to another. It's triggered by a rising edge on a clock pulse.

The output of a D-type flip-flop only changes when there is a rising edge on the clock input signal. This ensures that the data transfer happens at a specific moment.

A circuit that can be created using D-type flip-flops by connecting the Q output back to the D input. This circuit is used to divide the frequency of the clock signal by two. It outputs one pulse for every two clock pulses.

The state of the output in a sequential logic system is affected not only by the input but also by the previous output. This creates a chain reaction where the output influences future outputs.

A type of flip-flop where the output (Q) changes only when the clock signal transitions from logic 0 to logic 1 (rising edge).

A circuit that counts in binary, increasing its output by 1 for each clock pulse.

A type of flip-flop that acts as a basic building block for binary counters. It divides the clock signal frequency by 2.

A circuit that stores a single bit of data (0 or 1).

The least significant bit in a binary number. It's the bit that changes most often.

A special electronic component that can store and process digital information.

The ability of circuits like flip-flops to only respond to specific changes in the clock signal.

A circuit that produces a clock pulse, which acts as a timing signal for other electronic components.

The counter IC is reset to a specific binary value when the clock pulse reaches a certain point in the counting sequence.

The counter resets to a value one higher than the desired ending number in the sequence. For example, to count up to 8, reset at 9.

A signal that activates a circuit when it goes from a low logic state (0) to a high logic state (1).

A signal that activates a circuit when it goes from a high logic state (1) to a low logic state (0).

The most significant bit (MSB) is the leftmost bit in a binary number. It holds the largest place value and is responsible for the most significant changes in the value.

A 2-bit counter is a digital circuit that can count from 0 to 3 in binary. It is typically built using two D-type flip-flops connected in a specific way.

A counter IC is a single chip device containing a pre-designed counter circuit. It simplifies the process of building a counter by eliminating the need to connect multiple logic gates.

The number of bits in a counter determines the maximum count it can reach. For example, a 4-bit counter can count from 0 to 15.

A binary up-counter counts upwards from 0 in binary. Each clock pulse increments the count by one.

A binary down-counter counts downwards from a starting value in binary, decrementing the count by one for each clock pulse.

An up/down counter is a type of counter that can count both upwards and downwards, depending on the control signal applied.

A reset signal is applied to a counter to force its count value to a specific value, usually 0. This allows the counter to start counting from a predetermined point.