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VariableName

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

A variable name is a unique identifier that is used to store and refer to a value in a program. It must follow certain rules, such as starting with a letter or underscore, and cannot be a reserved keyword.

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