diff --git a/README.MD b/README.MD index c853965..4958017 100644 --- a/README.MD +++ b/README.MD @@ -150,6 +150,20 @@ In Base 16: x 2 = AC0 / 2 = 1 Yes + A = 1326 ``` +# Bases + +Does this algorithm work in other bases such as 2, 8, or 16? + +Consider the question: + +Q. Does multipling by 2 work in other bases? +A. Yes. + +Q. Why? +A. When we write a number in a different base we have the _same representation_ but a _different presentation._ + +Adding, Multiplying, Dividing all _function_ the same regardless of which base we use. + # Efficiency For a "BigInt" or "BigNumber" library this _is NOT_ the most efficient (\*) way to