What does the arithmetic operator "%" represent in GIS?

The arithmetic operator "%" represents the modulus or remainder operation in GIS, as well as in many programming languages and mathematical contexts. This operator is used to find the remainder of a division operation. For example, if you divide 10 by 3, the quotient is 3, and the remainder is 1. In this example, using the modulus operator would yield the result of 1.

In the context of Geographic Information Systems, this can be particularly useful for various applications, such as when performing calculations related to spatial data, pixel values in raster data, or analyzing datasets where remainders have significance in classifications or other calculations. It allows for more complex operations, such as identifying patterns based on the division of numerical values or data points, enhancing the analytical capabilities within GIS applications.