1.2.4 Data Storage (1 Numbers)

Explain what is meant by an overflow error when adding two binary integers. Provide an example with an 8-bit binary addition that results in an overflow.

Perform a left binary shift by 2 places on the binary number 10110011. State the new binary number and explain the effect of this shift on the original number’s value.

Add the binary numbers 1101 and 1011. Show your working, including handling any overflow.

Convert the denary number 157 to an 8-bit binary number. Show your working.