In a hardwired control unit, control signals are generated mainly by which mechanism?

Options

  • A. A program stored in RAM only
  • B. A database query
  • C. A software compiler
  • D. Fixed logic circuits
  • E. None of the above

Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)

D. Fixed logic circuits

Detailed Explanation

Explanation: A hardwired control unit generates control signals using logic gates, decoders, flip-flops, and other digital circuits. It is generally fast but less flexible to modify than a microprogrammed control unit.