1.2.436. Exponent Usage¶
Usage of the ** operator or **=, to make exponents.
<?php
$eight = 2 ** 3;
$sixteen = 4;
$sixteen \*\*\= 2;
?>
See also Arithmetic Operators.
1.2.436.1. Suggestions¶
Use the operator when no literal negative number is in the expression
1.2.436.2. Specs¶
Short name |
Php/ExponentUsage |
Rulesets |
All, CompatibilityPHP53, CompatibilityPHP54, CompatibilityPHP55 |
Exakat since |
0.8.4 |
PHP Version |
With PHP 5.6 and more recent |
Severity |
Major |
Time To Fix |
Instant (5 mins) |
Precision |
Very high |
Features |
exponent |
Available in |