MOD operator
Definition
The MOD operator, short for modulus, is a mathematical operation that returns the remainder when one number is divided by another.
Analogy
Think of the MOD operator as a pizza slicer. When you divide a pizza into equal slices and there are some leftover pieces, the MOD operator tells you how many leftover pieces there are.
Related terms
Division Operator: A mathematical operation that divides one number by another and returns the quotient.
Integer Division: A type of division where only the whole number part of the quotient is considered, discarding any remainder.
Remainder: The amount left over after dividing one number by another using integer division.
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