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Question 1
Easy
What does the sign bit represent in floating-point representation?
π‘ Hint: Think about how we denote positive and negative values.
Question 2
Easy
Define 'mantissa' in the context of floating-point numbers.
π‘ Hint: Itβs part of what makes the number significant.
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Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What does the mantissa in floating-point representation indicate?
π‘ Hint: Think about what makes a number significant.
Question 2
True or False: Floating-point representation can exactly represent every real number.
π‘ Hint: Remember the limitations of floating-point arithmetic.
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Push your limits with challenges.
Question 1
Explain how rounding errors might accumulate in a series of calculations. What steps can be taken to minimize such errors in numerical algorithms?
π‘ Hint: Consider situations where many calculations are chained together.
Question 2
Provide an example where loss of significance could impact the outcome of a critical calculation in engineering.
π‘ Hint: Think about very close measurements.
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