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The document is a test on microcontrollers and embedded systems, consisting of multiple-choice questions, programming tasks, and design analysis questions. It covers topics such as the primary functions of microcontrollers, types of memory, and programming languages used. Additionally, it includes tasks for writing assembly and C programs, as well as designing a microcontroller-based system and discussing architectural differences.

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microcontroller_test

The document is a test on microcontrollers and embedded systems, consisting of multiple-choice questions, programming tasks, and design analysis questions. It covers topics such as the primary functions of microcontrollers, types of memory, and programming languages used. Additionally, it includes tasks for writing assembly and C programs, as well as designing a microcontroller-based system and discussing architectural differences.

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Microcontroller and Embedded Systems Test

Instructions:

1. Answer all the questions.

2. For MCQs, circle the correct answer.

3. For programming tasks, write your code clearly and concisely.

4. For design and analysis questions, explain your reasoning step by step.

Section 1: Multiple Choice Questions

What is the primary function of a microcontroller?

a) Perform arithmetic operations

b) Control external devices and systems

c) Display text on screen

d) Store data

Answer: b) Control external devices and systems

Which of the following is NOT a microcontroller family?

a) AVR

b) ARM

c) MIPS

d) Intel 8080

Answer: d) Intel 8080

What does SPI stand for in serial communication?

a) Serial Peripheral Interface

b) Single Peripheral Interface


c) Synchronous Peripheral Interface

d) System Peripheral Interface

Answer: a) Serial Peripheral Interface

Which type of memory is non-volatile and retains data even after power is turned off?

a) RAM

b) EEPROM

c) Flash memory

d) ROM

Answer: d) ROM

What is the function of an interrupt in a microcontroller?

a) To halt the system completely

b) To allow immediate execution of high-priority tasks

c) To restart the system

d) To prevent memory access

Answer: b) To allow immediate execution of high-priority tasks

Which of the following is NOT a type of memory mentioned in the text?

a) DRAM

b) SRAM

c) EEPROM

d) Blu-ray ROM

Answer: d) Blu-ray ROM

Which programming language is commonly used to program microcontrollers?

a) Python

b) Assembly
c) Java

d) C++

Answer: b) Assembly

What is the primary difference between EEPROM and Flash memory?

a) EEPROM can be erased byte-by-byte, Flash memory cannot

b) Flash memory can be erased byte-by-byte, EEPROM cannot

c) Flash memory is slower than EEPROM

d) EEPROM is volatile, Flash is non-volatile

Answer: a) EEPROM can be erased byte-by-byte, Flash memory cannot

What is the term used for a microcontroller's ability to interact with external hardware

components?

a) Communication protocol

b) Interfacing techniques

c) Memory management

d) Power regulation

Answer: b) Interfacing techniques

Which memory type is most commonly used for BIOS storage in computers?

a) DRAM

b) SRAM

c) Flash PROM

d) EEPROM

Answer: c) Flash PROM

Section 2: Write a Program

Task 1: Write an AVR Assembly program to add two 8-bit numbers and store the result in a register.
Task 2: Write a C program to read data from a serial port using USART in AVR microcontroller and

send it back to the computer.

Section 3: Design and Analysis

Task 1: Design a simple microcontroller-based system that reads input from a temperature sensor

and controls a fan based on the temperature. Explain your design decisions, including the

microcontroller choice, peripherals, and logic.

Task 2: Explain the difference between RISC and CISC architectures. Discuss the advantages and

disadvantages of each in the context of microcontrollers.

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