2.1 indecimal to binary

For a 9-bit computer, the float number is stored as a 1-bit sign, 4-bit signed exponent, and 4-bit of mantissa part, as shown in the diagram below. (2) Can a based-10 number of 2.1 be represented accurately? If not, what is the smallest error? Show your reasoning carefully. (10 marks) For a 9-bit computer, the float number is stored as a 1-bit sign, 4-bit signed exponent, and 4-bit of mantissa part, as shown in the diagram below. (2) Can a based-10 number of 2.1 be represented accurately? If not, what is the smallest error? Show your reasoning carefully. (10 marks)