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What is the key step in converting a binary number to octal?
a)
Group the binary digits
b)
Convert each group to a decimal number
c)
Multiply each binary digit by the corresponding power of 2
d)
Add the necessary number of leading 0s to the left
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Bayshore Academy answered

When converting a binary number to octal, the crucial step is to make groups of 3 bits from right to left and then convert each group to a decimal number. This grouping allows for the conversion of binary to octal efficiently.

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