How Do You Convert Numbers from Base 8 to Base 2?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the methods for converting numbers from base 8 to base 2, focusing on the processes involved and the arithmetic required for such conversions. Participants explore different approaches and clarify their understanding of number system conversions.

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  • Exploratory
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Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses confusion about converting numbers from base 8 to base 2 and describes their initial attempts, including converting to base 10 first.
  • Another participant emphasizes the importance of performing arithmetic in the correct base, suggesting that base 8 arithmetic should be used for conversion.
  • A participant confirms their understanding after following a suggested method and provides the binary result of their conversion.
  • One participant inquires about alternative methods for conversion that do not involve converting to base 10 first.
  • Another participant asserts that direct conversion between any two bases is possible with the appropriate arithmetic.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the best method for conversion, as some suggest converting to base 10 first while others propose direct conversion techniques. Multiple competing views remain regarding the preferred approach.

Contextual Notes

Some participants mention specific arithmetic methods and the potential for confusion regarding the base of intermediate results, indicating that assumptions about the process may vary among participants.

Who May Find This Useful

This discussion may be useful for individuals learning about number system conversions, particularly those interested in the relationships between different bases and the arithmetic involved in such conversions.

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Hi guys I'm not sure if this is the right place to post, so if its not please redirect me.

We are learning Number system conversions and I am having trouble converting anything other than base 10 to other bases. Ex base 8 to base 2.
I tried converting say 456 base 8 to base 2
This is not a homework question so
If you would like to post a General equation please go ahead. I just want to understand how to do this
Step by step.

Equations:
I'm currently writing things in the form Q and R chart

Work:
456 I try converting that to base 10, I get 302 then I divide by 2, I get 151 remainder 0 but I'm not sure if this is the correct way because I remember my teacher dissecting the 456 into 3 different number 4,5,6 and dealing with them separately. Also if I don't know if the 151 that I got is base 10 or 8

Please Help. Thank you
 
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You must do your arithmetic in the correct base. Do do your conversion you must do base 8 arithmetic.

Another way would be to convert the base 8 to base 10 (using base 10 arithmetic) then convert the base 10 number to binary.
 
Oh ok. I got it that way. Thank you :)
100101110

Is there any other way of doing it without converting to Base 10 first? Not that it's hard
 
You can go directly between any 2 bases as long as you use appropriate arithmetic.
 

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