How to use 4-bit parallel adders to perform 2Cs' subtraction?

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To perform 2's complement subtraction using 4-bit parallel adders, one input must be complemented using inverters before being added to the other input. This method effectively utilizes the properties of binary addition to achieve subtraction. The discussion confirms that this approach is straightforward and efficient for implementing subtraction in digital circuits.

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Does anyone know how to use 4-bit parallel adders to perform 2Cs' subtraction? Thanks.
 
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Just complement one input with inverters and add it to the other input.
 
oh i see. Thks!
 

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