Engineering Help developing sequential circuit for a counter

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The discussion focuses on designing a sequential circuit that counts from 0 to 5 using D flip-flops, requiring a state diagram, state table, equations, and a circuit diagram. It is confirmed that six states (0-5) necessitate three flip-flops. The user expresses confusion regarding the state table, particularly about the status of states 6 and 7 as unreachable. Clarification is provided that the design should focus on the 0-5 range first, with analysis of unreachable states occurring afterward. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding state transitions and the implications of unreachable states in the design.
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Homework Statement



Create the design for a sequential circuit that counts 0-5 using only D flip-flops. Your
designs should include a state diagram, state table, stated equations, and input equations.
Additionally, draw the circuit diagram that represents your 0-5 counter. Your design
should specify what action your sequential circuit executes when “unreachable” states are
loaded.

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I know that I will have 6 states (0-5), so I will need 3 flip-flops.

When I went to create my state table I got confused. Will states 6 and 7 be unreachable? And how do I know what the next states will be?
 
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Will states 6 and 7 be unreachable?
At least from 0-5, they are unreachable, right.
And how do I know what the next states will be?
Design your counter for 0-5, and analyze what happens in those two cases afterwards.
 

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