One of the most widely used representations of numerical data is the binary coded decimal (BCD) form in which each integer of a decimal number is represented by a 4-bit binary number (see conversion table). It is particularly useful for the driving of display devices where a decimal output is desired. BCD usually refers to such coding in which the binary digits have their normal values, i.e., 8421. Sometimes it is written "8421 BCD" to clearly distinguish it from other binary codes such as the 4221 Code, but when BCD is used without qualification, the 8421 version is assumed.
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