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Why are real numbers more difficult to represent and process than integers?

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Why are real numbers more difficult to represent and process than integers?

Why are real numbers more difficult to represent and process than integers?

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Real numbers are stored in floating-point notation, which is a more complex two-part format than the twos complement notation normally used to store integers. The more complex format requires more complex processing circuitry. Real numbers are also subject to truncation problems that don't affect integers. Errors caused by truncation can be compounded during a series of instruction executions.

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