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Check If a Number Is Odd or Even in Python – Example & Explanation

Learn how to check if a number is odd or even in Python by using the modulus operator (%) and a simple if-else structure. This example walks you through creating a function that determines parity, handles zero and negative inputs, and illustrates best practices for this basic programming task.

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Check If a Number Is Odd or Even in Python – Example & Explanation

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  1. How to Check if a Number is Odd or Even in Python Master the fundamental technique of determining number parity with simple, efficient Python methods

  2. Understanding Odd and Even Numbers Even Numbers Odd Numbers Numbers divisible by 2 with no remainder Numbers that leave a remainder of 1 when divided by 2 • Examples: 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 • Examples: 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 • Result in 0 when divided by 2 • Result in 1 as remainder • Always end in 0, 2, 4, 6, or 8 • Always end in 1, 3, 5, 7, or 9

  3. The Modulo Operator: Your Key Tool Modulo Operator (%) Returns the remainder after division, making it perfect for checking divisibility How It Works If number % 2 equals 0, it's even. If it equals 1, it's odd The modulo operator is the most efficient method for determining if a number is odd or even in Python

  4. Method 1: Using the Modulo Operator def check_odd_even(number): if number % 2 == 0: return "Even" else: return "Odd"# Test the functionnum = 7result = check_odd_even(num)print(f"{num} is {result}") 01 02 03 Define the function Apply modulo check Return the result Create a function that accepts a number parameter Use the % operator to find the remainder when dividing by 2 Return "Even" if remainder is 0, otherwise return "Odd"

  5. Method 2: Using Bitwise AND Operator The Bitwise Approach def check_odd_even_bitwise(number): if number & 1 == 0: return "Even" else: return "Odd"# Example usagenum = 12print(f"{num} is {check_odd_even_bitwise(num)}") A more advanced technique that checks the least significant bit • Even numbers have LSB of 0 • Odd numbers have LSB of 1 • Faster execution than modulo

  6. Practical Applications and Best Practices Loop Processing Filter even or odd numbers from lists, process alternate elements, or implement conditional logic in iterations Data Validation Validate user input, categorize data sets, or implement business rules based on number parity Algorithm Design Build sorting algorithms, optimize performance, or create mathematical functions that depend on parity

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