4. Integer

An Integer data type stores whole numbers.

The numbers can be both positive or negative but they cannot contain decimal points or fractions.

 

NOTE: Integers cannot store text, characters or symbols.

 

  • Shoe size

5, 6, 7, 8, 9

  • Year

2007, 2008

  • Price of car (£)

9999

Also note that currency can be either a 'real' or an 'integer' data type. For small amounts of currency then decimal places would probably be used, so it would be 'real'. But for large amounts e.g. a car or house then it is unlikely that decimal places would be used - then it would be an 'integer' data type.

 

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