Quiz: Overflow in Binary Numbers
Pearson GCSE Computer Science 1CP2
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Building on what you've learned about binary numbers and arithmetic, let's explore the concept of overflow: when values exceed the available number of bits!
What does overflow mean in binary arithmetic?
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Which of the following can cause overflow in binary calculations? (Select all that apply)
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Overflow occurs when the result of a calculation is too {{blank0}} to fit in the {{blank1}} provided by the system.
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Match the items on the left with their correct pairs on the right
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Add 200 and 100 in an 8-bit binary system. What is the result?
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What is the maximum value that can be represented in an 8-bit binary system?
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An 8-bit binary system can represent numbers from -128 to +127 when using two’s complement. Which of the following are valid numbers in this system? Select all that apply.
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In binary addition, if the sum exceeds the maximum representable value, this is called {{blank0}}.
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Which operation is most likely to cause an overflow in binary arithmetic?
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What is the result of adding 128 and 128 in an 8-bit binary system?
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