Multiple choice

Stack pointer is provided in a microprocessor to

  1. hold the return address of a function call

  2. hold the calling address of a function call

  3. hold the address of the data area of the main program

  4. provide the next address of program execution

  5. It is not required at all.
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Explanation

After completing the function call, the processor returns back to calling program using the address in the stack pointer.

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