Question

Binary equivalent of 10 is

• A. 1010
• B. 1110
• C. 1101
• D. 1001

Hint:

When converting decimal to binary, keep dividing the number by 2 and collect the remainders in reverse order.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Convert the decimal number 10 to binary.


Step 2: Divide 10 by 2, the quotient is 5, remainder is 0. Divide 5 by 2, the quotient is 2, remainder is 1. Divide 2 by 2, the quotient is 1, remainder is 0. Finally, divide 1 by 2, the quotient is 0, remainder is 1.


Step 3: Read the remainders from bottom to top, which gives the binary number 1010.