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Java

Posted by coder5837
coder5837
1,535 Points

why is it that when an int = 0 it can be assigned to different numbers as well?

simple

karis hutcheson
karis hutcheson
7,036 Points

Make sure to post your comment as an answer so you can get upvoted and stuff! :)

giancarloscarpino
giancarloscarpino
547 Points

I didn't realise that was a thing but after scrolling down I see it, thank you.

1 Answer

giancarloscarpino
giancarloscarpino
547 Points

It is a variable, thus meaning the value can vary. So that is why you can assign any number to it. Unlike a constant which cannot change. If I assign a constant int to 0 then I cannot modify that value in any way.