A computer has 32-bit instructions and 12-bit address. If there a
| A computer has 32-bit instructions and 12-bit address. If there are 250 two-address instructions, how many one address instructions can be formulated?
A. 24576
B. 24577
C. 24578
D. 24555
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Right Answer is: A
SOLUTION
28 = 256 combinations
256 – 250 = 6 combinations can be used for one address.
Maximum number of one address instruction = 6 × 212 = 24576.