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DLCO All Units Revision Questions

The document outlines a comprehensive curriculum on Data Representation, Digital Logic Circuits, Computer Arithmetic, Memory Organization, and Input/Output Organization. It includes both 2-mark and 5-mark questions that cover fundamental concepts such as binary systems, logic gates, flip-flops, memory types, and I/O organization. The content is structured into five units, each focusing on key aspects of computer systems and digital logic.

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DLCO All Units Revision Questions

The document outlines a comprehensive curriculum on Data Representation, Digital Logic Circuits, Computer Arithmetic, Memory Organization, and Input/Output Organization. It includes both 2-mark and 5-mark questions that cover fundamental concepts such as binary systems, logic gates, flip-flops, memory types, and I/O organization. The content is structured into five units, each focusing on key aspects of computer systems and digital logic.

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UNIT – I: Data Representation and Digital Logic Circuits-I

2-Mark Questions

1. What is the binary number system?

2. Define signed and unsigned numbers with examples.

3. Explain the purpose of a logic gate.

4. What is a K-Map, and why is it used?

5. Define the term "decoder" in digital circuits.

6. What is the function of a multiplexer?

7. Convert the decimal number 13 to binary.

8. What are the primary differences between AND and OR gates?

9. What is meant by Boolean expression simplification?

10. Define Half Adder and its function.

5-Mark Questions

1. Explain binary point representation and its applications in


computing.

2. Describe the process of simplifying logic expressions using K-Map


with an example.

3. Compare different types of logic gates and their truth tables.

4. Describe the working of a 4-to-1 multiplexer.

5. Explain the design and working of a full adder circuit.

UNIT – II: Digital Logic Circuits-II and Basic Computer Concepts

2-Mark Questions

1. What is a flip-flop?

2. Define synchronous and asynchronous counters.

3. What is a ripple counter?

4. Explain the purpose of a register in digital circuits.

5. List the functional units of a computer.

6. What is the role of shift registers?

7. Define the term "bus" in computer organization.


8. Differentiate between RAM and ROM.

9. Briefly explain Von Neumann architecture.

10. What are the generations of computers?

5-Mark Questions

1. Explain the working of a D flip-flop with a timing diagram.

2. Describe the working of binary counters and their applications.

3. Explain the differences between various types of shift registers.

4. Describe Von Neumann architecture and its impact on modern


computers.

5. Compare the different types of memory storage in a computer


system.

UNIT – III: Computer Arithmetic and Processor Organization

2-Mark Questions

1. Define a fast adder.

2. What is binary addition?

3. Explain the concept of floating-point representation.

4. What is the purpose of a multiplier circuit?

5. Differentiate between hardwired and microprogrammed control.

6. What is the function of the ALU in a processor?

7. Define integer division in binary.

8. Explain the term "pipelining."

9. What is a bus organization?

10. What is meant by multiple-bus organization?

5-Mark Questions

1. Explain the process of binary multiplication with an example.

2. Describe floating-point arithmetic and its importance in computing.

3. Compare different types of adders with examples.

4. Discuss the role of the control unit in a processor.

5. Explain multiple-bus organization and its advantages.


UNIT – IV: Memory Organization

2-Mark Questions

1. What is main memory?

2. Define cache memory.

3. What is the role of ROM in a computer system?

4. Explain the concept of virtual memory.

5. Differentiate between primary and secondary storage.

6. What is meant by memory hierarchy?

7. What is the purpose of flash memory?

8. Define the term "access time" in memory.

9. What is a cache hit?

10. Explain the use of secondary storage.

5-Mark Questions

1. Describe the organization of cache memory and its importance.

2. Explain the concept of virtual memory with examples.

3. Discuss the various types of Read-Only Memory (ROM).

4. Compare primary memory and secondary storage in terms of speed


and cost.

5. Describe the concept of memory hierarchy in computer systems.

UNIT – V: Input/Output Organization

2-Mark Questions

1. Define interrupt in computer systems.

2. What is Direct Memory Access (DMA)?

3. Explain the role of an interface circuit.

4. What is a bus in computer organization?

5. Define the term "standard I/O interface."

6. Differentiate between synchronous and asynchronous data transfer.


7. What is an I/O device?

8. Describe the purpose of USB as a standard interface.

9. Explain the term "interrupt handler."

10. What is the role of PCIe in computer systems?

5-Mark Questions

1. Describe the working of Direct Memory Access (DMA) and its


advantages.

2. Explain the purpose and types of interrupt handling.

3. Discuss different methods of accessing I/O devices.

4. Compare various standard I/O interfaces.

5. Explain the role of buses in connecting different parts of a


computer.

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