Data Representation Flashcards

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Reasons why normalised form is good (at least 2 reasons) (1-2 marks)

A

maximises precision/accuracy for a GIVEN NUMBER OF BITS
It is also a unique representation of bits

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What is the formula for calculating the relative error?

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Absolute error / number intended to be stored

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What is the formula for decimal equivalent of a mantissa and exponent?

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Mantissa * 2^(exponent)

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