Computer Science for IGCSE & O level - Algorithm Design And Problem Solving (Section 9 - No. 7)
In the given text, what is the difference between a format check and a type check?
They are interchangeable terms.
A format check ensures the data is in the correct format, while a type check checks the data type.
A type check verifies the data format, while a format check verifies data type.
Both check for errors but provide different functions.
Explication
Format checks verify the format of the data, while type checks verify the data type.