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Andre Kucharzyk
4,479 PointsWhy C# can compile "int x = 8 / 3", but refuses to compile "int x = 2.9"
Why C# can compile "int x = 8 / 3", but refuses to compile "int x = 2.9"
2 Answers
Stuart Wright
41,120 PointsBecause in C#, if you divide an integer by an integer, you will get an integer back. 9 / 3 would be 3 as per normal division. 8 / 3 results in 2. It rounds down to the nearest integer.
Andre Kucharzyk
4,479 PointsThanks for clear and fast answer Stuart. What a cool name