Which is clearer form: if(!value) or if(flag == value)?

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I understand this is a subjective question, so I apologize if it needs to be closed, but I feel like it comes up often enough for me to wonder if there is a general preferen

Answer 1

I am sorry to say, the second just looks stupid to me.

I'd add an extra level, if someone prefers it:

if( (value==false) == true )

:)