8421 Decimal in Octal

Let's convert the decimal number 8421 to octal without using a calculator:

Step 1: Divide by 8

Start by dividing 8421 by 8:

8421 ÷ 8 = 1052 (Quotient) with a remainder of 5

Step 2: Divide the Quotient

Now, divide the quotient (1052) by 8:

1052 ÷ 8 = 131 (Quotient) with a remainder of 4

Step 3: Divide the Quotient

Now, divide the quotient (131) by 8:

131 ÷ 8 = 16 (Quotient) with a remainder of 3

Step 4: Divide the Quotient

Now, divide the quotient (16) by 8:

16 ÷ 8 = 2 (Quotient) with a remainder of 0

Step 5: Final actions

The Quotient is less than 8 (2), so we will transfer it to the beginning of the number as a reminder.

Step 6: Write Remainders in Reverse Order

Now, write down the remainders from the last division to the first:

20345

So, the octal representation of the decimal number 8421 is 20345.
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