Octal to Decimal Converter
Convert octal numbers (base-8) to decimal numbers (base-10) instantly.
Decimal Result:
493
Understanding Octal to Decimal Conversion
Octal numbers are base-8 numbers that use digits from 0 to 7. Each position represents a power of 8, making them useful in computing and digital systems.
How to Convert Octal to Decimal
- Identify each digit's position from right to left (starting at position 0)
- Multiply each digit by 8 raised to its position
- Sum all the results to get the decimal number
Example: Converting 755₈ to Decimal
5 × 8⁰ = 5 × 1 = 5
5 × 8¹ = 5 × 8 = 40
7 × 8² = 7 × 64 = 448
Sum: 5 + 40 + 448 = 493₁₀