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What is a data type in computer science and programming?
A collection of data values with specified operations and representations
What are the basic data types supported by most programming languages?
Integer numbers, floating-point numbers, characters, and Booleans
Why may a data type be specified in a program?
For similarity, convenience, or to focus the attention
What does a data type specification in a program constrain?
The possible values that an expression might take
Do all programming languages explicitly include the notion of data type?
Yes, almost all programming languages explicitly include the notion of data type
Test your knowledge of data types in computer science with this quiz. From primitive types to complex data structures, challenge yourself with questions about the properties and uses of different data types in programming.
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