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Which number system is usually followed in a typical 32-bit computer?
A
2
B
4
C
8
D
12
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Binary number. In mathematics and digital electronics, a binary number is a number expressed in the base-2 numeral system or binary numeral system, which uses only two symbols: typically 0 (zero) and 1 (one).

Detailed explanation-2: -A signed integer is a 32-bit datum that encodes an integer in the range [-2147483648 to 2147483647]. An unsigned integer is a 32-bit datum that encodes a nonnegative integer in the range [0 to 4294967295]. The signed integer is represented in twos complement notation.

Detailed explanation-3: -Octal Number System has a base of eight and uses the numbers from 0 to 7.

Detailed explanation-4: -Expert-Verified Answer A binary number system is usually followed in a 64-bit computer.

Detailed explanation-5: -A series of eight bits strung together makes a byte, much as 12 makes a dozen. With 8 bits, or 8 binary digits, there exist 2^8=256 possible combinations.

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