Finally, it's passing a pointer to a pointer to a double by reference. If you think in terms of typedefs like this you'll understand the proper ordering of the & and * plus what it means. *& signifies the receiving the pointer by reference. It means it is an alias for the passing parameter.
Full Definition of PRORATE. transitive verb. : to divide, distribute, or assess proportionately. intransitive verb. : to make a pro rata distribution.ull Definition of PRORATE. transitive verb. : to divide, distribute, or assess proportionately. intransitive verb. : to make a pro rata distribution.
Prosaic means ordinary or dull. Most of us lead a prosaic everyday life, sometimes interrupted by some drama or crisis. This adjective is from Latin prosa prose, which is ordinary writing intended to communicate ideas and information. Prose is often contrasted with poetry, which usually has a more imaginative and original style.