Which of the following is the correct way to add a string number and an integer in PHP?

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PHP - Type Handling

A$result = '10' * 'five';

B$result = '10' . 5;

C$result = '10' + 5;

D$result = '10' - '5';

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Identify correct arithmetic addition syntax
Using '+' operator adds numeric values after coercion.
Step 2: Check each option
A multiplies '10' * 'five' (10 * 0 = 0). B concatenates to '105'. C subtracts '10' - '5' = 5. D adds '10' + 5 = 15. Only D correctly adds.
Final Answer:
$result = '10' + 5; -> Option C
Quick Check:
Use '+' for numeric addition with strings [OK]

Quick Trick: Use '+' to add numbers, '.' to join strings [OK]

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