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Understanding Binary and Number Systems

Understanding Binary and Number Systems

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Interactive Video

Computers

8th Grade

Medium

Created by

Anthony Burnett-Testa

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3 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is binary?

A system of counting that uses only two digits.

A complex programming language for computers.

A method for drawing tally marks.

A way to represent numbers higher than nine.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do computers primarily use binary for their operations?

Binary is a more efficient system for humans to understand.

Computers are built with microtransistors that can only be in one of two states: on or off.

Binary allows for a wider range of numbers to be represented with fewer digits.

It was the first counting system invented for machines.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a byte in the context of computer data?

A single microtransistor.

A system for converting binary numbers into letters.

A group of 8 binary digits (bits) that can represent a number up to 255.

A programming language used to create computer games.

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