FDE Cycle Flashcards
1
Q
What are the four registers in the FDE cycle?
A
The four registers in the FDE cycle are the PC, MAR, MDR and the ACC
2
Q
What does FDE stand for?
A
FDE stands for fetch, decode and execute
3
Q
Where is the address generated?
A
The program counter (PC)
4
Q
What executes the instruction?
A
The arithmetic logic unit (ALU)
5
Q
What decodes the data extracted from the address?
A
The control unit
6
Q
What part of the FDE cycle extracts the address from the PC?
A
Primary memory
7
Q
Is PM a recognised acronym for primary memory?
A
No
