Question 10
Number BasesIf P3446 − 23P26 = 2PP26, find the value of digit P.
- A.2
- B.3
- C.4
- D.5
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Answer: D (5)
Explanation
In base ten: (216P + 136) − (542 + 6P) = 434 + 42P. This gives 168P = 840, so P = 5.
If P3446 − 23P26 = 2PP26, find the value of digit P.
Answer: D (5)
In base ten: (216P + 136) − (542 + 6P) = 434 + 42P. This gives 168P = 840, so P = 5.