A computer holds binary floating-point numbers in two’s complement form with the binary point immediately after the left-most bit.
A 24-bit word is used as follows:

a) Three words are held in floating-point representations:

i) State the values being represented by A, B and C.
ii) Identify the value that is not normalised.
iii) Explain why it is normal for floating-point numbers to be normalised.

b) Comment on the accuracy and range of numbers stored in this computer.
c) Discuss the problems of representing the number zero in normalised floating-point format.

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