What correction value is added in BCD addition when the binary sum exceeds 1001 or generates a carry?

Options

  • A. 0011
  • B. 0101
  • C. 0110
  • D. 1000
  • E. None of the above

Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)

C. 0110

Detailed Explanation

Correct Answer: (C) 0110
In BCD addition, when the sum is greater than 1001 (decimal 9) or a carry is generated, 0110 (decimal 6) is added as the correction factor to obtain a valid BCD result.