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→INVESTIGATION 1: NUMBERING CONVERSIONS
'''Perform the Following Steps:'''
[[Image:calc-check.png|thumb|right|200px|Only use a calculator to check your numbering conversion '''AFTER''' you have performed the operation '''manually'''. You are '''NOT''' allowed to use a computer or calculator when performing numbering conversions on '''quizzes''', '''midterm''' or '''final''' exam for this course.]]
# Let's convert the following ''8-bit'' binary number '''10111110''' to a decimal number.<br><br>'''NOTE:''' It is extremely important to learn the correct technique to perform the <br>proper numbering conversion method<br>(i.e. view the method above (drawing the L's).<br><br>
# Write the manual conversion on a sheet of paper.<br><br>
# Use a calculator to check your work. In MS Windows, you can set the calculator to Programming mode by making the selection to '''binary''', enter the binary number '''10111110''' and view the decimal equivalent.<br><br>
