Originally python evaluated 

5 / 2 = 2
5.0 / 2.0 = 2.5

It's hard to write and read generic code with such semantics.

It's easier when 

a // b always truncates and
a / b never truncates

Kari

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By the way whats wrong with 5/2 = 2 ?


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