Re: Valid Numbers (was Re: 0x47e+barney not considered C)

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From: Guy Harris
Date: Wed, 27 Jul 1988 23:32

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> Second, even if the number were octal, 8's and 9's (probably not such a good
> idea) are legal

At least according to the January 11, 1988 draft, 8's and 9's are *not* legal
in octal numbers; check 3.1.3.2 Integer constants.

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