Why is it necessary to convert data into binary for computer processing?

Understanding Binary and Digital Systems

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Emma Peterson
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Because computers can only understand binary.
Because binary is the fastest way to process data.
Because binary is the most complex form of data.
Because binary is the only way to store data.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the analog world differ from digital systems in data representation?
Analog uses continuous states, while digital uses discrete states.
Both analog and digital use discrete states.
Analog uses discrete states, while digital uses continuous states.
Both analog and digital use continuous states.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a binary digit or bit?
A number between 0 and 9.
A symbol like @ or #.
A 0 or a 1.
A letter from A to Z.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why are binary states preferred in electronic devices?
They are more expensive.
They are less efficient.
They are more complex to build.
They are simpler and more reliable.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How is data stored on hard disks?
Using light reflection.
Using trapped electrons.
Using magnetism with north and south polarity.
Using sound waves.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What method is used to store data on optical discs?
Using magnetism.
Using trapped electrons.
Using light reflection.
Using sound waves.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who is credited with the invention of the digital circuit design?
Nikola Tesla
Albert Einstein
Claude Shannon
Isaac Newton
8.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What can a series of bits represent?
Any kind of data
Only images
Only text
Only sounds
9.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In what year was the digital circuit design invented?
1957
1947
1937
1927
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