C++ Expressions and Enumeration Types

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Questions and Answers

In the expression `(!time > limit)`, if `time` is an `int` with value 36 and `limit` is 60, what is the value of `!time`?

It results in a compile-time error

1 (true)

0 (false) (correct)

What is the correct way to express the intent of checking if `time` is greater than `limit`?

`!(time > limit)` (correct)

`(!time > limit)`

`(!time) > limit`

`(time > !limit)`

In C++, what is the default value of an uninitialized enumeration constant?

The value is implementation-defined (correct)

It results in a compile-time error

Which of the following is a valid way to declare a strongly-typed enumeration in C++11 and later?

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What is the value of `static_cast(MyEnum::Value1)` if `MyEnum` is an unscoped enumeration type and `Value1` is not explicitly assigned a value?

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Which of the following statements is true about strongly-typed enumerations (`enum class`) in C++11 and later?

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What is the value of `static_cast(MyStrongEnum::Value1)` if `MyStrongEnum` is a strongly-typed enumeration and `Value1` is not explicitly assigned a value?

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Which of the following is a valid way to initialize a strongly-typed enumeration in C++11 and later?

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Which of the following statements is true about the `!` operator in C++?

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What is the value of `static_cast(MyStrongEnum::Value3)` if `MyStrongEnum` is a strongly-typed enumeration with `Value1 = 10`, `Value2 = 20`, and `Value3` is not explicitly assigned a value?

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Study Notes

Boolean Operators and Readability

The ! operator in C++ can reduce clarity in expressions and may create confusion.
Before using the ! operator, consider if the expression can be made clearer without it.

Enumeration Types

Enumeration types in C++ are defined by a list of integer constants, enhancing code clarity and readability.
Example:
- enum MonthLength{JAN_LENGTH = 31, FEB_LENGTH = 28, MAR_LENGTH = 31, … DEC_LENGTH = 31};

Default Enum Values

If specific numeric values for enumerators are not set, C++ assigns consecutive values starting from 0.
For instance:
- enum Direction { NORTH = 0, SOUTH = 1, EAST = 2, WEST = 3}; is equivalent to enum Direction {NORTH, SOUTH, EAST, WEST};

Enumeration Value Assignment

By default, the value of each enumeration constant is one more than its predecessor.
Example:
- For enum MyEnum{ONE = 17, TWO, THREE, FOUR = -3, FIVE};, the resultant values are: ONE = 17, TWO = 18, THREE = 19, FOUR = -3, FIVE = -2.

Strong Enums (enum classes)

Introduced in C++11, strong enums (or enum classes) solve issues inherent to traditional enumerations.
They do not behave like integers and will not conflict with global enum values.
Strong enums are defined as follows:
- Example: enum class Days { Mon, Tue, Wed };

Utilizing Strong Enums

Strong enums require a qualifier to access their enumerators.
Example:
- Days d = Days::Tue;
- Weather w = Weather::Sun;
Variables d and w are not treated as integers, ensuring type safety.

Multiway Branches and Control Flow

Multiway branches allow the selection of one action from multiple alternatives.
The if-else statement serves as a branching mechanism and can contain nested if-else statements.
This supports complex decision-making in program flow.

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Learn about the importance of avoiding the '!' operator in C++ expressions to ensure clarity. Additionally, explore the concept of enumeration types, which are types with values defined by a list of constants.