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Give an explanation about addition, subtraction and multiplication of octal numbers

 

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In base 8, or octal system, numbers are represented using eight different digits: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7. Addition, subtraction, and multiplication of octal numbers follow similar principles to those in the decimal system.

1. Addition of Octal Numbers:
To add octal numbers, you add the digits in each place value from right to left, just like in decimal addition. If the sum in any place value exceeds 7, you carry over the excess to the next place value.

For example, let's add two octal numbers: 23 and 45.
23
+ 45
------
70

So, the sum of 23 and 45 in octal is 70.

2. Subtraction of Octal Numbers:
Subtracting octal numbers follows the same process as subtraction in the decimal system. You subtract the digits in each place value from right to left, borrowing if necessary.

For example, let's subtract the octal number 45 from 70.
70
- 45
------
25

So, the difference between 70 and 45 in octal is 25.

3. Multiplication of Octal Numbers:
To multiply octal numbers, you multiply the digits in each place value, starting from the rightmost position. If the product in any place value exceeds 7, you carry over the excess to the next place value.

For example, let's multiply two octal numbers: 12 and 5.
12
× 5
------
70

So, the product of 12 and 5 in octal is 70.

It's worth mentioning that when performing these operations, it's essential to ensure that the numbers being operated on are represented in the octal system. Also, always double-check your calculations to avoid errors.