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quick question. When dividing two variables of different types, is explicit
conversion via casting necessary for accuracy purposes, syntax purposes, or
both? Thanks


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David Eynon wrote:
> even quicker clarification of question....variables of primitive types...
> thanks

I think it's both.

On Tue, 01 Jul 2003 02:41:37 GMT, "David Eynon"
<> wrote or quoted :

>When dividing two variables of different types, is explicit
>conversion via casting necessary for accuracy purposes, syntax purposes, or
>both? Thanks

Generally not. However, if you do a floating divide in the middle of a
sea of int divides or vice versa, you might point that out with a
nugatory cast.

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