Java Challenges: 100+ Proven Tasks that Will Prepare You for Anything

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M. IndenJava Challengeshttps://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4842-7395-1_2

2. Mathematical Problems

Michael Inden¹  

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Zurich, Switzerland

 

In this chapter, you will learn some basics about a few mathematical operations, including prime numbers and the Roman numeral system. Additionally, I present a couple of ideas for number games. With this knowledge, you should be well prepared for a multitude of exercises.

2.1 Introduction

2.1.1 Short Introduction to Division and Modulo

Besides multiplication and division, the modulo operation (%) is also used quite frequently. It is intended to determine the remainder of a division. Let’s illustrate this as follows for integers ...