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This article explores the process of calculating vortex sums in different bases, emphasizing the importance of converting numbers into base-10 to simplify calculations and using these conversions to work effectively with various number systems.
The Significance of Base Conversion in Vortex Sums
The core challenge with vortex sums in bases other than 10 arises from the limitations of built-in modulo functions which default to base-10 calculations. For example, when working with a number like 22 in base 8, directly applying a modulo operator without conversion leads to incorrect results.
Example:
- The number 22 in base 8 (octal).