This is a stylistic choice. In my personal opinion, I agree with you. But I've seen styles that swear by the other way that you and I don't like. And I respect

This is a stylistic choice. In my personal opinion, I agree with you. But I've seen styles that swear by the other way that you and I don't like. And I respect those who hold those opinions in good faith. I think someone once told me misra-c requires != 0.