Date | May 2021 | Marks available | 2 | Reference code | 21M.1.SL.TZ0.5 |
Level | SL | Paper | 1 | Time zone | no time zone |
Command term | Calculate | Question number | 5 | Adapted from | N/A |
Question
Calculate the denary (base 10) equivalent of the hexadecimal number BF.
Markscheme
Award [2 max]
11 × 16 + 15;
191;
Allow solution via binary route 1 mark for working, 1 mark for answer.
Allow both marks if correct answer given.
Examiners report
Candidates were required to convert a hexadecimal number to its denary equivalent. A range of different correct methods for doing this was seen, with candidates receiving the appropriate credit. However, some candidates found this question difficult and were unable to provide a correct answer or demonstrate a method of solution.