Which of the following is the correct syntax to get the type of a variable $var using gettype() in PHP?

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PHP - Type Handling

Which of the following is the correct syntax to get the type of a variable $var using gettype() in PHP?

Agettype $var;

Btypeof $var;

Ctypeof($var);

Dgettype($var);

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Recall correct function syntax in PHP
PHP functions require parentheses around arguments, so gettype($var); is correct syntax.
Step 2: Check other options for syntax errors
Syntax using typeof is invalid because it is not a PHP function. gettype $var; misses parentheses, which is invalid syntax.
Final Answer:
gettype($var); -> Option D
Quick Check:
Function call syntax = gettype($var) [OK]

Quick Trick: Use parentheses with function calls in PHP [OK]

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