Decimal to Octal Converter
Convert decimal (base 10) numbers to octal (base 8)
Octal Result
52
Division Method Steps
| Step | Division | Quotient | Remainder |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 42 / 8 | 5 | 2 |
| 2 | 5 / 8 | 0 | 5 |
Read remainders from bottom to top: 52
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How It Works
1. Divide the decimal number by 8
2. Write down the remainder (0-7)
3. Divide the quotient by 8
4. Repeat until the quotient is 0
5. Read the remainders from bottom to top
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Editorial Note
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Formula Source: NIST Guide to SI Units
by National Institute of Standards
🔄Last reviewed: May 2026
✓Formula checks are based on standard references and internal QA review.