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What is the primary arithmetic operation upon which all other arithmetic operations are based?
What is the primary arithmetic operation upon which all other arithmetic operations are based?
What logic gates will be used to implement binary addition?
What logic gates will be used to implement binary addition?
In the context of binary numbers, which operation is said to be obtained 'for free'?
In the context of binary numbers, which operation is said to be obtained 'for free'?
What type of numbers utilizes binary representation?
What type of numbers utilizes binary representation?
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Which of the following operations is typically implemented using addition in binary arithmetic?
Which of the following operations is typically implemented using addition in binary arithmetic?
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What characteristic of binary numerals makes them easier to store compared to decimal numerals?
What characteristic of binary numerals makes them easier to store compared to decimal numerals?
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What is the primary focus of Boolean arithmetic in the context of binary numbers?
What is the primary focus of Boolean arithmetic in the context of binary numbers?
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Which mathematical operation is specifically indicated as a basic operation in binary arithmetic?
Which mathematical operation is specifically indicated as a basic operation in binary arithmetic?
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What is the fundamental purpose of using logic gates in Boolean arithmetic?
What is the fundamental purpose of using logic gates in Boolean arithmetic?
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What numeral system is represented by the symbols 'XXVII'?
What numeral system is represented by the symbols 'XXVII'?
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Which of the following represents signed numbers in Boolean arithmetic?
Which of the following represents signed numbers in Boolean arithmetic?
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In the context of representing numbers, what does the statement 'This is not seventeen' illustrate?
In the context of representing numbers, what does the statement 'This is not seventeen' illustrate?
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What is the primary function of an Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)?
What is the primary function of an Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)?
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Which numeral system was primarily used for representing quantities in ancient Egypt?
Which numeral system was primarily used for representing quantities in ancient Egypt?
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What is a characteristic of binary numbers?
What is a characteristic of binary numbers?
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Which of the following describes Boolean arithmetic best?
Which of the following describes Boolean arithmetic best?
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What happens when the control signal zx is set to 1 in the ALU?
What happens when the control signal zx is set to 1 in the ALU?
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Which operation is performed when the function select signal f is set to 1?
Which operation is performed when the function select signal f is set to 1?
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What is the effect of setting the control signal ny to 1 in the ALU?
What is the effect of setting the control signal ny to 1 in the ALU?
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What is the purpose of the zr output in the ALU?
What is the purpose of the zr output in the ALU?
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What happens when the no control signal is activated in the ALU?
What happens when the no control signal is activated in the ALU?
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How is a 16-bit value set to its maximum value using the ALU?
How is a 16-bit value set to its maximum value using the ALU?
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Which of the following operations is not supported by the ALU?
Which of the following operations is not supported by the ALU?
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If the ALU output is less than zero, what control signal is set to true?
If the ALU output is less than zero, what control signal is set to true?
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What is the two's complement representation for the decimal number -5?
What is the two's complement representation for the decimal number -5?
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When adding two signed numbers in two's complement, what is the result of $4 + (-2)$?
When adding two signed numbers in two's complement, what is the result of $4 + (-2)$?
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In two's complement arithmetic, how is an overflow situation typically handled?
In two's complement arithmetic, how is an overflow situation typically handled?
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What binary code corresponds to the decimal number 3 in two's complement?
What binary code corresponds to the decimal number 3 in two's complement?
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Which of the following binary numbers represents the decimal value -3 in two's complement?
Which of the following binary numbers represents the decimal value -3 in two's complement?
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If the binary representation of a signed integer, 1110, is added to the binary 0011, what is the resulting binary after ignoring the overflow?
If the binary representation of a signed integer, 1110, is added to the binary 0011, what is the resulting binary after ignoring the overflow?
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What is the result of the binary addition $1010 + 0101$ in two's complement?
What is the result of the binary addition $1010 + 0101$ in two's complement?
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What is the outcome when $-4$ (binary 1100) is added to $-2$ (binary 1110) in two's complement?
What is the outcome when $-4$ (binary 1100) is added to $-2$ (binary 1110) in two's complement?
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How is the decimal number 6 represented in an 4-bit two's complement system?
How is the decimal number 6 represented in an 4-bit two's complement system?
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If $7 + (-8)$ is calculated using two's complement, what is the correct final binary result?
If $7 + (-8)$ is calculated using two's complement, what is the correct final binary result?
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What is the purpose of the control bits in the Hack ALU?
What is the purpose of the control bits in the Hack ALU?
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What happens when all control bits are set to 1?
What happens when all control bits are set to 1?
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Which condition does the ALU output when zx is set to 1?
Which condition does the ALU output when zx is set to 1?
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How does the ALU determine if the output is zero?
How does the ALU determine if the output is zero?
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What does setting the control bit 'f' to 0 indicate?
What does setting the control bit 'f' to 0 indicate?
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If both inputs x and y are 1, what will be the output of the ALU when control bits are set to compute x | y?
If both inputs x and y are 1, what will be the output of the ALU when control bits are set to compute x | y?
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What is the outcome when the ALU's control bits are set to compute x - y?
What is the outcome when the ALU's control bits are set to compute x - y?
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Which combination of control bits computes the function y - x?
Which combination of control bits computes the function y - x?
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When zx and zy are both set to 0, which operation is performed on the inputs x and y?
When zx and zy are both set to 0, which operation is performed on the inputs x and y?
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What output does the ALU generate when the control bits yield the combination 0, 1, 1, 1?
What output does the ALU generate when the control bits yield the combination 0, 1, 1, 1?
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If nx is set to 1, what state will input x be in before ALU computation?
If nx is set to 1, what state will input x be in before ALU computation?
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In a scenario where f is set to 1, what type of computation does the ALU perform?
In a scenario where f is set to 1, what type of computation does the ALU perform?
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What is the ALU's output when control bits are set to 1, 1, 0, 0, 0, 0?
What is the ALU's output when control bits are set to 1, 1, 0, 0, 0, 0?
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What does the ng output bit indicate in terms of ALU output?
What does the ng output bit indicate in terms of ALU output?
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Study Notes
Hack ALU Overview
- The Hack ALU is designed to perform various arithmetic and logical operations on two 16-bit inputs, x and y.
- Inputs to the ALU include control bits that dictate which operation to perform.
ALU Control Bits
- Control bits are represented as a binary sequence:
zx nx zy ny f no. - Each bit has a specific function:
- zx (0/1): Set x input to 0 if 1.
- nx (0/1): Invert x if 1.
- zy (0/1): Set y input to 0 if 1.
- ny (0/1): Invert y if 1.
- f (0/1): Select operation; 0 for x & y, 1 for x + y.
- no (0/1): Invert output if 1.
Operations Performed
- The ALU can compute various functions:
- Arithmetic: Addition (x + y), subtraction (x - y or y - x), negation (-x or -y).
- Logical: AND (x & y) and OR (x | y), as well as bitwise negation (!x and !y).
- Results are reflected in the output (out) and status bits (zr, ng).
Output Analysis
- The output (out) is dependent on the values of x and y after any pre-settings and selected operations.
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Status Bits:
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zr: Indicates zero output (
out == 0). -
ng: Indicates negative output (
out < 0).
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zr: Indicates zero output (
Example Computations
- To compute
x & y:- Set control bits to
000000.
- Set control bits to
- To compute
y - x:- Example pre-settings: x is 2 (binary 00000010), y is 7 (binary 00000111), ultimately yielding
y - x = 5.
- Example pre-settings: x is 2 (binary 00000010), y is 7 (binary 00000111), ultimately yielding
- To compute logical OR (
x | y):- Use logical operations with appropriate control bits set.
Practical Insights
- This breakdown aids in building the CPU later in the course by understanding how different operations are executed within the ALU.
- Understanding control bits is crucial for manipulating inputs and obtaining required outputs effectively.### Leibnitz and Binary Numerals
- Leibnitz (1646 – 1716) contributed to binary numeral systems, making calculations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, comparison, and storage efficient.
- Binary numbers simplify arithmetic and logical operations used in computer systems.
Boolean Arithmetic
- Binary numbers play a crucial role in representing numerical values.
- Arithmetic operations include addition, where logic gates are utilized to implement the process, subtraction, multiplication (based on addition), and division.
- Addition serves as the foundation of arithmetic operations.
Addition in Binary and Decimal
- Binary addition utilizes a carry-over method analogous to decimal addition.
- Integer representation in computers is typically done using a fixed number of bits.
Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)
- The ALU is designed to perform operations like addition and AND on 16-bit values.
- Several control signals, such as zx, nx, zy, ny, f, and no, determine the operations and outputs of the ALU.
- The ALU can perform conditional operations based on its input values, including negation and setting values to fixed states.
Two’s Complement Representation
- Two's complement is used for addition of signed numbers and handles overflow through modulo arithmetic.
- The addition algorithm involves standard binary addition while considering the signed integer representations.
Historical Context of Numeral Systems
- Numeral systems have evolved from unary and Egyptian systems to Roman numerals (e.g., XXVII represents 27).
- Current binary numeral systems are rooted in these historical representations.
Auxiliary Tips for Implementation
- Using multi-bit true/false constants helps manage complex logical operations within chips.
- Efficient assignment of values to bits can enhance the design and functionality of hardware components.
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