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ZIMSEC O-Level Computer Science

8.3Form 1: The binary number system

Form 1: The binary number system in ZIMSEC O-Level Computer Science: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 8.3.1Outline the concept of the binary number system.
  2. 8.3.2Recognise the use and importance of binary numbers in a computer system.

Lessons

  • Number systems: why computers use binary

    25 min

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Form 1: The binary number system: sample question

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How many different bit patterns can be made with 5 bits?

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