Multiple choice

How many bits does the decimal number 52.39 require for representing in radix 2 number system?

  1. 12

  2. 14

  3. 16

  4. 18

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C Correct answer
Explanation

K = digit = ? $\Rightarrow$ radix = r = 2; P = number = 52:39 $\Rightarrow$$K = [\log_r (P+1)] = \lceil \log_2(52139 + 1 ) \rceil = 16 $