686 Decimal in Octal

Let's convert the decimal number 686 to octal without using a calculator:

Step 1: Divide by 8

Start by dividing 686 by 8:

686 ÷ 8 = 85 (Quotient) with a remainder of 6

Step 2: Divide the Quotient

Now, divide the quotient (85) by 8:

85 ÷ 8 = 10 (Quotient) with a remainder of 5

Step 3: Divide the Quotient

Now, divide the quotient (10) by 8:

10 ÷ 8 = 1 (Quotient) with a remainder of 2

Step 4: Final actions

The Quotient is less than 8 (1), 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:

1256

So, the octal representation of the decimal number 686 is 1256.

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