Computer Science Assignment 1: Number Systems and MARIE Programming

This document presents the complete solution to a Computer Science assignment. The assignment encompasses several key areas within computer science, including number systems, base conversion, and computer architecture concepts. Question 1 focuses on base conversion, requiring students to convert numbers between different bases (binary, octal, decimal, hexadecimal). It also explores the limitations of representing numbers in a tiny computer with a specific word size and different number representation methods (One's complement, Two's complement, and Signed Magnitude). Question 2 involves writing a MARIE assembly language program to calculate Fibonacci numbers, including explanations of the program's functionality and limitations. Question 3 addresses the concept of interrupts in computer systems, detailing different approaches to handle multiple interrupts and analyzes the benefits of a multiple-bus architecture compared to a single-bus architecture. The solution provides detailed steps, explanations, and code to address each question, offering a comprehensive understanding of the concepts covered.