Question on: SS3 ICT - Overview Of Number Bases

Why is the binary number system commonly used in computer science and digital electronics?

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The binary number system is commonly used in computer science and digital electronics because it aligns perfectly with the binary nature of digital electronic circuits. In binary, data can be represented as a sequence of 0s and 1s, which corresponds well to the "on" and "off" states of electronic switches (transistors). Binary operations are straightforward to implement electronically, making it efficient for computers to process information. It also simplifies digital storage and communication, as each binary digit is easy to distinguish.

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