87 Decimal in Binary
Let's convert the decimal number 87 to binary without using a calculator:
Step 1: Divide by 2
Start by dividing 87 by 2:
87 ÷ 2 = 43 (Quotient) with a remainder of 1
Step 2: Divide the Quotient
Now, divide the quotient (43) by 2:
43 ÷ 2 = 21 (Quotient) with a remainder of 1
Step 3: Divide the Quotient
Now, divide the quotient (21) by 2:
21 ÷ 2 = 10 (Quotient) with a remainder of 1
Step 4: Divide the Quotient
Now, divide the quotient (10) by 2:
10 ÷ 2 = 5 (Quotient) with a remainder of 0
Step 5: Divide the Quotient
Now, divide the quotient (5) by 2:
5 ÷ 2 = 2 (Quotient) with a remainder of 1
Step 6: Divide the Quotient
Now, divide the quotient (2) by 2:
2 ÷ 2 = 1 (Quotient) with a remainder of 0
Step 7: Final actions
The Quotient is less than 2 (1), so we will transfer it to the beginning of the number as a reminder.
Step 8: Write the Remainders in Reverse Order
Now, write down the remainders obtained in reverse order:
1010111
So, the binary representation of the decimal number 87 is 1010111.
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