Which compound assignment operator multiplies a variable by a value and updates it?

easy📝 Conceptual Q2 of 15

PHP - Operators

A$x /= 5;

B$x *= 5;

C$x += 5;

D$x -= 5;

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Identify multiplication compound operator
The operator *= multiplies the variable by the right value and updates it.
Step 2: Compare with other operators
/= divides, += adds, and -= subtracts, so they are incorrect for multiplication.
Final Answer:
$x *= 5; -> Option B
Quick Check:
Multiplication compound operator = *= [OK]

Quick Trick: Use *= to multiply and assign in one step [OK]

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