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Digital Literacy Computer Basics Computer Basics Binary

Posted by Raylando Griffin
Raylando Griffin
97 Points

what number is represented by 00001000

what number is represented by 00001000 would it be 16

2 Answers

Jennifer Nordell
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Hi there, Raylando! Nope, not 16. This question is asked quite often. And just a day or two ago I posted an answer that may help you here. Take a look at the table I drew up and see if it makes more sense! :sparkles:

Chris Adamson
Chris Adamson
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Chris Adamson
Chris Adamson
132,143 Points

1000 binary = 8 decimal (8 + 0 + 0 + 0)