C#.NET — Which of the following is NOT a bitwise operator?

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: None of these

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
This item checks recognition of C# bitwise operators used for low-level integer manipulation, masking, shifting, and toggling.



Given Data / Assumptions:

  • & is bitwise AND.
  • | is bitwise OR.
  • << is left shift.
  • ^ is bitwise XOR.
  • ~ is bitwise complement (NOT).


Concept / Approach:
All listed tokens are legitimate bitwise operators in C#. Therefore, none of them meets the criterion “NOT a bitwise operator.”



Step-by-Step Solution:

Check &: performs bitwise AND.Check |: performs bitwise OR.Check <<: left shift; moves bits left by a count.Check ^: performs bitwise XOR (exclusive OR).Check ~: flips all bits (complement).


Verification / Alternative check:
Small code tests (e.g., 0b0101 & 0b0011, 1 << 3, ~0x0F) compile and behave as defined, confirming each is a valid bitwise operator.



Why Other Options Are Wrong:
Each individual choice A–E is in fact a valid bitwise operator; therefore the only correct response is that none are “NOT bitwise.”



Common Pitfalls:
Confusing logical operators (e.g., &&, ||, !) with bitwise ones (&, |, ~, ^, <<, >>).



Final Answer:
None of these

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