Internal Data Representation

Question 17 • Introduction to Information Technology - EL3701

Identify the reasons that numeric data representation is important to computer programmers. Check all that apply.

Answer

The computer reads data in binary form.

Using a number system that makes sense to a programmer makes it easier to track the data.

Number systems are used all around the world for important work.

The ability to represent data in 0s and 1s is essential to computing.

Explanation

Computers represent and process data using binary, so programmers need to understand how data is expressed as 0s and 1s. A number system that is easier for people to read can also help programmers track and work with that data. The fact that number systems are used for important work around the world does not explain why numeric representation matters to computer programming.

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