Address register

Term Check Y11 Mechatronics

Definition

A CPU register that holds the memory address of the data or instruction to be accessed.

Example: The address register points to where the sensor value is stored.

Check this one: Not found word-for-word in the supplied syllabus, specifications, marking guidelines or notes; the definition is standard computing knowledge, so check it against your class notes.

Where it is used in the test

Syllabus area: Y11 Mechatronics.

Question types it can appear in

Multiple choice: Pick the option that matches the definition or example.
Fill in the blanks: Choose this term to complete a statement or table.
Short answer: Define, outline or explain it and tie it to the scenario.

No past question in this bank is linked to this term yet. It can still be tested through the question types above.

Study links

Flashcard: Address register in Programming Mechatronics (Year 11) · study that set
Memorise: Mechatronics: hardware, sensors, actuators, control
Notes: Mechatronics: hardware, sensors, actuators, control (Year 11 content (Programming fundamentals, OOP, Mechatronics))

How to use it in an answer

A model sentence

General advice, built from the definition and example above

“A CPU register that holds the memory address of the data or instruction to be accessed.” Then apply it: The address register points to where the sensor value is stored.

In a short answer, give the definition in your own words first, then tie it to the situation in the question. Do not copy the example above unless it fits the scenario.

Command words used with it

General advice

No linked question shows the command word for this term. Across the past short answer questions in this bank the words used most are: Explain, Outline, Describe, Compare, Classify, Analyse. Check the actual word in your question.

Technique for the question types

Multiple choice: Read all four options, rule out wrong ones, pick one; no penalty for guessing so never leave blank.
Fill in the blanks: Choose the right word from a list; use exact syllabus terms.
Short answer: One clear point per mark, use the stimulus and course terms, and answer the command word.

Common mistakes

Marker feedback on other questions of the same type (code and diagram feedback often applies across questions)

Check the sources: Not found word-for-word in the supplied syllabus, specifications, marking guidelines or notes; the definition is standard computing knowledge, so check it against your class notes.