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For each case below, we wish to assign a unique binary representation (bit pattern) for each member of the set. Determine the minimum number of bits needed to uniquely represent a member of the set described.
a. The set of ten digits 0, 1, ..., 9
b. The set of 26 uppercase alphabet characters A, B, ..., Z
c. The individual seconds in a 24-hour day
d. The individual residents of the United States (about 315 million)
e. Four nucleotides in Human Genome (C,T,A,G)
f. 20 amino acids necessary for human life.