|  | 1.3 | Binary Numbers
| 1.3.5 | Converting decimal numbers to binary numbers

There are two basic ways to convert decimal numbers to binary numbers. The flowchart in the main graphic describes one process with an example. Another approach is called the remainder method. This method uses repeated divisions using the base number of the system. In this case it is Base 2.

Conversion exercise.

Example:

Convert the decimal number 192 to a binary number.

> 192/2 | = | 96 | with a remainder of | 0
> 96/2 | = | 48 | with a remainder of | 0
> 48/2 | = | 24 | with a remainder of | 0
> 24/2 | = | 12 | with a remainder of | 0
> 12/2 | = | 6 | with a remainder of | 0
> 6/2 | = | 3 | with a remainder of | 0
> 3/2 | = | 1 | with a remainder of | 1
> 1/2 | = | 0 | with a remainder of | 1

Write down all the remainders, backwards, and you have the binary number

11000000.

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