In 8-bit two’s-complement arithmetic, the representable decimal range is?

  • A-127 to +127
  • B-128 to +127
  • C-128 to +128
  • D0 to 255
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Correct Answer: B. -128 to +127
Explanation: An n-bit two's-complement number ranges from -2^(n-1) through 2^(n-1)-1. For 8 bits this is -128 through +127.
Reference: Standard digital electronics: signed binary numbers
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