a) Why is there no EO input in the decimal-to-BCD encoder? b) Name two applications for encoders. Solution a) The ENABLE (EO) input in the decimal to bcd encoder is not necessary because its purpose is only to get the output as zero because of enabling all inputs are zero. Thats why there is no EO input in the decimal to BCD encoder b) Encoders are used to change the one form to another form or simplest code, thus the transmitting of information is very easy Encoders can be used as transducers , multiplexers etc..