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What is a “stall” in the context of a pipelined computer?

A stall in pipelining occurs when the next instruction in the pipeline cannot proceed to the next stage. Pipeline Stalling introduces delays (stalls) in the pipeline to resolve hazards, ensuring that instructions are executed correctly.

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