Question 83

Computer Awareness Number representations Hard

What is the result of the binary subtraction 1100 - 1010 using 2's complement?

(A) 0010
(B) 0100
(C) 1010
(D) 1110
✓ Correct Answer: Option A Verified Solution

📘 Step-by-Step Solution & Detailed Explanation:

To find \(1100 - 1010\), add the 2's complement of 1010.

2's complement of 1010: invert to 0101, add 1 to get 0110.

\(1100 + 0110 = 1\,0010\). Drop the carry to get 0010.

Check: 12 − 10 = 2 = 0010.

Answer: (A) 0010

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