Which of the following statements hold(s) true about binary numbers?S1...
Statement S1 is correct because binary numbers are represented using only 0s and 1s. Statement S2 is incorrect because binary numbers are based on the base-2 numbering system, not base-10.
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Which of the following statements hold(s) true about binary numbers?S1...
Understanding Binary Numbers
Binary numbers are fundamental in computer science and digital electronics. Let's analyze the two statements to understand why only S1 is correct.
S1: Binary numbers are represented using only 0s and 1s.
- Binary is a base-2 numbering system.
- It uses only two symbols: 0 and 1.
- Each digit in a binary number is called a "bit."
- For example, the binary number `1011` consists of four bits.
S2: Binary numbers are based on the base-10 numbering system.
- The base-10 system, also known as the decimal system, uses ten symbols (0-9).
- Binary is distinct from decimal as it operates on base-2.
- This means that binary counts differently than decimal, with each position representing a power of 2 rather than a power of 10.
Conclusion
- Only S1 is correct because it accurately describes the nature of binary numbers.
- S2 is incorrect as it mistakenly associates binary with the decimal system.
Thus, the correct answer is option 'A': Only S1 is correct.