1997 Decimal in Octal

Let's convert the decimal number 1997 to octal without using a calculator:

Step 1: Divide by 8

Start by dividing 1997 by 8:

1997 ÷ 8 = 249 (Quotient) with a remainder of 5

Step 2: Divide the Quotient

Now, divide the quotient (249) by 8:

249 ÷ 8 = 31 (Quotient) with a remainder of 1

Step 3: Divide the Quotient

Now, divide the quotient (31) by 8:

31 ÷ 8 = 3 (Quotient) with a remainder of 7

Step 4: Final actions

The Quotient is less than 8 (3), so we will transfer it to the beginning of the number as a reminder.

Step 5: Write Remainders in Reverse Order

Now, write down the remainders from the last division to the first:

3715

So, the octal representation of the decimal number 1997 is 3715.

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