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Learn: Why Computers Use Binary

Cambridge IGCSE Computer Science 0478

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What is binary?

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Computers use binary because their hardware can only detect two states: {{blank0}} and {{blank1}}.

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How is the letter 'A' represented in binary using ASCII?

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Which of the following are reasons why computers use binary? (Select all that apply)

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