42 Decimal in Octal

Let's convert the decimal number 42 to octal without using a calculator:

Step 1: Divide by 8

Start by dividing 42 by 8:

42 ÷ 8 = 5 (Quotient) with a remainder of 2

Step 2: Final actions

The Quotient is less than 8 (5), so we will transfer it to the beginning of the number as a reminder.

Step 3: Write Remainders in Reverse Order

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

52

So, the octal representation of the decimal number 42 is 52.

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