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Number

Number
represents an exact integer or an approximate real number in Read.
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  • An integer is returned if no explicit decimal point is present.
  • Approximate real numbers can be given in C or Fortran forms, such as or .
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Open a stream:
Read numbers from the stream object:
Close the stream:
Open a stream:
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Read numbers from the stream object:
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Close the stream:
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