Variable
A named container that stores a value in a program.
Definition
A named container that stores a value in a program. You can create a variable, assign it a value, change that value, and use it in calculations or decisions. Variables are the basic building blocks of all programs.
Example
score = 0 creates a variable called score and sets it to zero. Later, score = score + 10 changes it to 10.
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