The data type in C that can handle fractional values is called
Correct answer: C. float
- A. long
- B. char
- C. float
- D. int
Explanation
The float data type in C is a single-precision floating-point data type. It is commonly used to represent numbers with decimal points. It typically uses 32 bits to store a number, which allows for a balance between precision and memory usage.
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