Welcome to our in-depth guide on C Arithmetic Operators! We'll be exploring the world of arithmetic operations in C, learning how to perform basic and complex calculations, and understanding the role they play in real-world projects. Let's dive in!
Arithmetic operators in C are symbols used to perform mathematical operations. We'll be covering 5 main types of operators:
Let's get familiar with these operators using simple examples:
#include <stdio.h>
int main() {
int a = 10, b = 20;
printf("Addition: %d\n", a + b); // 30
printf("Subtraction: %d\n", a - b); // -10
printf("Multiplication: %d\n", a * b); // 200
printf("Division: %.2f\n", (float)a / b); // 0.50
printf("Modulus: %d\n", a % b); // 0 (Since 10 is not divisible by 20 with a remainder)
return 0;
}š” Pro Tip: Always cast the operands to the same data type for division to avoid unexpected results.
Arithmetic operators follow a specific order of operations, also known as precedence. C uses the following order from highest to lowest:
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Let's test your understanding of arithmetic operators with a quick quiz:
What will be the output of the following code?
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