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Arithmetic Operators

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Arithmetic Operators

Operators are symbols that represent a specific function within a program.

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Basic operators

  • Addition is done using a + sign.
  • Subtraction is done using a - sign.
  • Division is done using a / sign.
  • Multiplication is done using a * sign.
  • Exponentiation is done using a ^ or ** sign.
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Modulo operator

  • The modulo operator gives the remainder of the division of two numbers.
  • For example:
    • 5 MOD (or %) 2 would be equal to 1.
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Integer division

  • The integer division operator returns the quotient (whole part) of a division.
  • For example:
    • 5 DIV (or //) 2 would give 2.

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