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COM 101 Information Representation & Computer Number System Objective Question
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To convert a decimal fraction to binary, repeatedly __________ by 2.
Options
A multiply
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B divide
C add
D subtract
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Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

For decimal fractions, the conversion algorithm involves repeatedly multiplying the fractional part by 2, recording the integer parts (0 or 1) to build the binary fraction.

Hint

Opposite of the integer conversion method.

Question Info

Course: COM 101
Topic: Information Representation & Computer Number System
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 260 of 1018
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