How many errors per pattern could be corrected when using an error-correcting code in which any two code patterns differ by a Hamming distance of 8?
A) 3
B) 4
C) 5
D) 6

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The number of errors that can be corrected is given by the formula (d-1)/2, where d is the minimum Hamming distance. For a Hamming distance of 8, (8-1)/2 = 3.5, which means up to 3 errors can be corrected.

How Many Errors Per Pattern Could Be Corrected When Using