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Using floating-point loop counters can lead to unexpected behavior.
Rule | Severity | Likelihood | Remediation Cost | Priority | Level |
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NUM09-J | Low | Probable | Low | P6 | L2 |
Automated Detection
Automated detection of floating-point loop counters is straightforward.
| Tool | Version | Checker | Description |
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| Parasoft Jtest |
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| CERT. |
| NUM09. |
Don't use float type for
| FPLI | Do not use floating point variables as loop indices |
| PVS-Studio |
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| V6108 |
Related Guidelines
FLP30-C. Do not use floating-point variables as loop counters | |
| ISO/IEC TR 24772:2010 | Floating-point Arithmetic [PLF] |
Bibliography
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