Maxterm Designation
This is another way to represent a maxterm. A binary pattern of maxterm is formed by using 0 corresponding to the variable and 1 corresponding to the complement of variable. The decimal equivalent of binary pattern used as subscript with letter M, is known as Maxterm designation.
Steps to obtain Maxterm designation:
- Find binary pattern by writing 0 for the variable and 1 for the complement of the variable.
- Find decimal equivalent of the binary pattern.
- Use decimal number as a subscript of the letter M.
Example:
Find Maxterm Designation of (A’ + B + C)
Binary pattern of maxterm (A’ + B + C): 100
Decimal Equivalent of binary pattern 100: 4
Hence, maxterm designation of (A’ + B + C) is: M4
Find Maxterm Designation of (A + B + C)
Binary pattern of maxterm (A + B + C): 000
Decimal Equivalent of binary: 0
Hence, maxterm designation of (A + B + C) is: M0
What is MAXTERM
Maxterms are defined as the sum of distinct literals, and they are used to represent Boolean functions that equal 0. In this article we will know What is Maxterm, how to find Maxterm designations and their cardinal form. This article covers two-variable, three-variable, four-variable maxterm with their K-Map, conversion from cardinal form to Maxterm expressions with examples and also the advantages and disadvantages of using Maxterms.