key term - MOD operator

Definition

The MOD operator, short for modulus, is a mathematical operation that returns the remainder when one number is divided by another.

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.