PHP fmod() Function
Example
Return the remainder of x/y:
<?php
$x = 7;
$y = 2;
$result = fmod($x,$y);
echo $result;
// $result equals 1, because 2 * 3 + 1 = 7
?>
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Definition and Usage
The fmod() function returns the remainder (modulo) of x/y.
Syntax
fmod(x,y);
Parameter Values
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| x | Required. Specifies the dividend |
| y | Required. Specifies the divisor |
Technical Details
| Return Value: | The floating point remainder of x/y |
|---|---|
| Return Type: | Float |
| PHP Version: | 4.2+ |
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