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N bits provides up to 2" bit patterns. For example: 1 bit provides up to 2 bit patterns. 2 bits provides up to 4 bit patterns. 3 bits provides up to 8 bit patterns. 4 bits provides up to 16 bit patterns. 5 bits provides up to 32 bit patterns. . 6 bits provides up to 64 bit patterns. . 7 bits provides up to 128 bit patterns. What is the minimum number of bits needed to provide 9 bit patterns? Type your