Computer Science GCSE
Local Variable
What Local Variable means in Computer Science GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Local Variable
A variable declared inside a subprogram that is only accessible within that subprogram.
Topics that use Local Variable
- Subprograms (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
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Using Local Variable in the exam
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