Difficulty: Easy
Correct Answer: 100111₂
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:
Because one octal digit represents exactly three binary bits, converting octal to binary is direct and avoids decimal intermediates. This skill is essential when reading or writing low-level values in documentation or device registers that use octal notation.
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:
Map octal 4→100 and 7→111. Then concatenate the groups to form the final binary string. No padding beyond each digit’s 3-bit mapping is required when converting octal to binary.
Step-by-Step Solution:
Write mappings: 4→100, 7→111.Concatenate: 100111.Append base: 100111₂.Select the matching option.
Verification / Alternative check:
Decimal check: 47₈ = 4*8 + 7 = 39. Binary 100111₂ = 32 + 4 + 2 + 1 = 39. Values agree.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
110011₂ or duplicate entries: incorrect mapping for digits 4 and 7.1111011₂: too many bits; does not equal 39 in decimal.None: incorrect because 100111₂ is correct.
Common Pitfalls:
Dropping leading zeros within a 3-bit group; reversing digit order; confusing hexadecimal (4-bit groups) with octal (3-bit groups).
Final Answer:
100111₂
Discussion & Comments