Math Problem Statement

467 to base 9

Solution

To convert the decimal number 467 to base 9, we follow these steps:

  1. Divide 467 by 9 and record the quotient and remainder. 467÷9=51 quotient, remainder 8467 \div 9 = 51 \text{ quotient}, \text{ remainder } 8

  2. Divide 51 by 9 and record the quotient and remainder. 51÷9=5 quotient, remainder 651 \div 9 = 5 \text{ quotient}, \text{ remainder } 6

  3. Divide 5 by 9 and record the quotient and remainder. 5÷9=0 quotient, remainder 55 \div 9 = 0 \text{ quotient}, \text{ remainder } 5

Now, write the remainders from bottom to top:
46710=5689467_{10} = 568_9

Thus, 467 in base 10 is equal to 568 in base 9.

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Here are 5 questions related to this topic:

  1. How do you convert a number from base 9 back to base 10?
  2. What is the importance of remainders in base conversions?
  3. Can you convert 725 from base 10 to base 9?
  4. What is the difference between base 9 and other commonly used bases like binary or hexadecimal?
  5. How would you convert a decimal fraction to base 9?

Tip: To check if your base conversion is correct, you can convert the base 9 result back to base 10.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Base Conversion
Number Systems

Formulas

Base conversion formula: Divide by the new base and record remainders

Theorems

Division algorithm for base conversion

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 5-8