C Programming Assignment 2024

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What is required to be submitted along with each program for the assignment?

Sample inputs and outputs (correct)

A video demonstration of the program

A printed version of the code

A flowchart and pseudo-code only

What should the essay focus on regarding the C programming language?

The future of programming languages

Its importance and real-world applications (correct)

Its historical significance and origins

The impact of C on other programming languages

Which of the following data types is NOT explicitly mentioned as required in the assignment?

int

double (correct)

float

char

What type of character input does the program checking for vowels or consonants specifically validate against?

Alphabet characters Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component required in the C program that converts temperature?

User function for input Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using pointers in C programming?

To enable dynamic memory allocation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following data types is best suited for storing a character in C?

char Signup and view all the answers

In C programming, what is the result of using an uninitialized pointer?

It may point to random memory locations Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements correctly describes the role of file handling in C programming?

It enables reading and writing files to and from disk Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the 'int' data type in C programming?

It can store integer values. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a data type in programming?

A data type determines the size and layout of data in memory. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental data type in C programming?

String Signup and view all the answers

When declaring a variable in C, what aspect of the variable is affected by its data type?

The operations that can be performed on it. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using constants in C programming?

To ensure values remain unchanged during program execution. Signup and view all the answers

In C programming, which of the following defines a floating-point data type?

It stores decimal values. Signup and view all the answers

What character typically indicates the beginning of a comment in C programming?

// Signup and view all the answers

Which type of data storage allows multiple values of different types in C?

Structure Signup and view all the answers

What does declaring a variable as 'unsigned int' signify in C?

The variable cannot store negative values. Signup and view all the answers

How does the data type of a variable affect memory allocation in C?

Different data types require different amounts of memory. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly describes the significance of variable naming conventions in C?

They help in enhancing code readability and maintenance. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a function prototype in programming?

To declare the function's return type Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes how parameters are passed to a function by value?

The function receives a copy of the variable's value Signup and view all the answers

What is an array of structures primarily used for?

To group related data items of different types into a single unit Signup and view all the answers

In a two-dimensional array, how are elements accessed?

Using two indices that represent the row and column Signup and view all the answers

When defining a structure, which of the following is not allowed?

Using the same name for multiple structures Signup and view all the answers

What does recursion in a function imply?

The function calls itself with a modified argument Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements accurately describes character arrays?

They automatically become null-terminated strings Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of a union in programming?

It can only contain one active member at a time Signup and view all the answers

What do pointers refer to in programming?

The address in memory where a variable is located Signup and view all the answers

Which technique is used to pass a structure to a function?

By pointer reference to modify original data Signup and view all the answers

How are enumerations used in programming?

To group related constant values into a single type Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true about passing arrays to functions?

Arrays are passed by reference, not by value Signup and view all the answers

What role does initialisation play in defining variables?

It assigns an initial value to the variable Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the concept of data types in programming?

They determine how variables can be constructed and manipulated Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Assignment Instructions

Assignments are worth 50 marks (5 questions x 10 marks each)
All programs must be well-commented and properly indented.
Each program goes in a separate .c file.
Include sample inputs and outputs for each program.
Programs should be handwritten in a notebook with 80 pages.
Due date is October 23, 2024.

CO1: Problem Solving and C Programming

Question 1: Create a flowchart and pseudocode for a program that finds the largest of three input numbers.
Question 2: Write an essay (200-300 words) explaining the importance of C programming in modern applications, and give examples of where it's still used.
Question 3: Create a C program that converts temperatures between Celsius and Fahrenheit. The program should prompt the user to choose the conversion type. Include a flowchart and pseudocode to describe the program logic before writing the code.
Question 4: Write a C program that demonstrates the use of constants, variables, and different data types (e.g., int, float, char).
Question 5: Create a C program that takes a character input from the user. The program must determine if the input is a vowel or consonant. If the input is not an alphabet character, display an error message.

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This assignment focuses on problem-solving skills using C programming. It includes tasks such as creating flowcharts, writing pseudocode, and developing programs that demonstrate key programming concepts. The due date for submissions is October 23, 2024.