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Which of these numbering systems is used by computers to process information?

  • Octal
  • Decimal
  • Hexadecimal
  • Binary (correct)

    • What is the primary advantage of digital computers over other means of computation?

  • Speed and accuracy (correct)
  • Versatility
  • Cost-effectiveness
  • Ease of use

    • What is the role of numbering systems in aviation?

  • Improving flight safety by providing more accurate navigation data
  • Facilitating communication between pilots and air traffic controllers
  • Simplifying aircraft maintenance and troubleshooting
  • All of the above (correct)

    • Which number system is commonly referred to as 'hex'?

    <p>Hexadecimal (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common application of computer systems in aviation?

    <p>Passenger entertainment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason why people and computers need methods of translating information?

    <p>To overcome language barriers between humans and computers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of converting numbers from one system to another?

    <p>To facilitate information exchange between humans and computers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two states that a computer uses to represent data?

    <p>On and Off (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which numbering system is used universally in everyday life?

    <p>Decimal (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many possible values can be represented with 3 bits?

    <p>8 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a group of 4 bits?

    <p>Nibble (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between analog and digital systems?

    <p>Analog systems use continuous values, while digital systems use discrete values. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the base of the binary number system?

    <p>2 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason computers use binary instead of decimal?

    <p>Binary is simpler to implement in hardware. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason the Base 2 system is used by computers?

    <p>It reflects the two states of transistors - ON or OFF. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the zero impact the value of a number in positional notation?

    <p>It represents a placeholder and indicates the absence of a particular digit in a specific position. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is NOT a common numbering system besides decimal?

    <p>Ternary (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a computer requires 10 different levels of brightness for a light, how many bits would it need?

    <p>10 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the position of a digit within a number?

    <p>It defines the power of the base associated with each digit. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it easier to convert binary to octal or hexadecimal?

    <p>They have a direct relationship with the number of bits used in binary. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Base 10 system?

    <p>Employs a base of 2 for representing values. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the Base 8 system, what is the value represented by the octal numeral 112?

    <p>74 decimal (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the decimal equivalent of the binary number 1001010?

    <p>74 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of using hexadecimal over binary?

    <p>Hexadecimal requires fewer digits to represent the same value as binary. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Base 2 system preferred for computers despite being less intuitive for humans?

    <p>It is faster for computers to process. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately describes the relationship between octal and binary?

    <p>Each octal digit represents 3 binary bits. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When converting the octal number 362415 to decimal using the octal truth table, what is the value obtained for the digit '6'?

    <p>98304 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Using the binary to decimal truth table, what is the decimal equivalent of the binary number 10010112?

    <p>75 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the division method for converting decimal numbers to binary, why is the remainder of each division important?

    <p>The remainders represent the binary digits of the converted number. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between converting from octal to decimal versus directly converting from binary to decimal?

    <p>Converting from octal first involves converting to binary before using the binary to decimal truth table. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the subtraction method for converting decimal to binary, what is the significance of the largest power of 2 that is less than the decimal number being converted?

    <p>It represents the highest binary digit in the converted number. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the hexadecimal equivalent of the decimal number 22?

    <p>1A (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the decimal equivalent of the hexadecimal number 100?

    <p>256 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the binary equivalent of the decimal number 17?

    <p>10001 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements accurately describes the relationship between hexadecimal and binary numbers?

    <p>Each hexadecimal digit corresponds to four binary digits. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the correct binary representation of the hexadecimal number 2A?

    <p>0010 1010 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Numbering Systems (5.2)

    • Learning Objectives:
      • Identify binary, octal, and hexadecimal numbering systems
      • Recall decimal-to-binary/octal/hexadecimal conversions
      • Recall binary/octal/hexadecimal-to-decimal conversions

    Applications of Numbering Systems

    • Computers perform repeated calculations and data processing in various fields (aviation, military, scientific, commercial)
    • Digital computers offer speed, accuracy, and manpower savings, often automating tasks and freeing personnel for higher-level work

    Numbering Systems

    • Common numbering systems include decimal (base 10), binary (base 2), octal (base 8), and hexadecimal (base 16)
    • Each system uses unique symbols/units and a base defining the values of positions within the system
    • Decimal system uses digits 0-9
    • Binary system uses digits 0 and 1
    • Octal system uses digits 0-7
    • Hexadecimal system uses digits 0-9 and A-F

    Units and Numbers

    • Decimal system: unit is a single object, a number represents a quantity (e.g., 5 apples)
    • Units and quantities are represented using symbols known as Arabic numerals (0, 1, 2, …, 9)
    • Number systems use different symbols, including letters, for representing values (e.g., Roman numerals)

    Numbering Systems - Base

    • Numbers are a combination of base, unit and number
    • Base refers to the number of unique symbols used in the system
    • The base defines the values of positions (e.g., in base 10, right-most is 100, next 101, etc.)
    • Highest value symbol in a system is always one less than the number base. -Base 10 = 0-9 -Base 2 = 0-1 -Base 8 = 0-7
    • Base 16 = 0-9 and A-F

    Positional Notation and Zero

    • Positional notation determines a number's value by the symbol and its position within the numeral
    • Zero in a number system represents a space where a quantity is absent.

    Digital Numbering Systems

    • Decimal (Base 10) is widely used for counting and recording general values
    • Binary (Base 2) is used in computers for calculations; represents 'on' or 'off' (1 or 0) states
    • Octal (Base 8) provides a compact representation of binary numbers through grouping of bits (3 binary bits = 1 octal digit)
    • Hexadecimal (Base 16) efficiently represents binary numbers using 4 binary bits or 1 hex digit; uses digits 0-9 & characters A-F

    Converting Between Numbering Systems

    • Methods to convert decimal to binary/octal/hexadecimal and vice-versa include division, subtraction, truth tables, and positional notation.

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    This quiz focuses on different numbering systems, including binary, octal, and hexadecimal, and their application in computing. It covers conversions between decimal and these systems, highlighting their importance in various fields such as aviation and science. Test your understanding and recall of these fundamental concepts in mathematics and computer science.

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