In the 8085 microprocessor, what happens when the instruction “HLT” is…
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In the 8085 microprocessor, what happens when the instruction “HLT” is executed ?
Answer: A. The microprocessor halts execution and stops the clock — When the HLT instruction is executed in the 8085 microprocessor, it halts the processor and stops all activities. The clock signal is disabled, and the CPU…
- A.
The microprocessor halts execution and stops the clock
- B.
It clears the accumulator
- C.
It loads data into the memory
- D.
It returns from a subroutine
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Correct answer: A
When the HLT instruction is executed in the 8085 microprocessor, it halts the processor and stops all activities. The clock signal is disabled, and the CPU enters a halt state until an external interrupt or reset occurs.
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