Introduction to Programming Using Java — Question 36

The question requires that you evaluate the underlined text to determine if it is correct.
You should use an int data type to store the numeric value 3,000,000,000 (3 billion) so that the least amount of memory is used.
Review the underlined text. If it makes the statement correct, select "No change is needed." If the statement is incorrect, select the answer choice that makes the statement correct.

Answer options

• A. No change is needed.
• B. a short
• C. a byte
• D. a long

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, as the int data type cannot accommodate the value 3,000,000,000 due to its size limitations. A long data type, however, can store this value without issue, while options B (a short) and C (a byte) are inadequate for such a large number.