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C is a ______ programming language known for its use in system-level programming.
C is a ______ programming language known for its use in system-level programming.
procedural
In C, the ______ type is used to store decimal numbers.
In C, the ______ type is used to store decimal numbers.
float
The character set in C includes letters, digits, special characters, and ______.
The character set in C includes letters, digits, special characters, and ______.
white space
Constants in C can be defined using ______ or #define.
Constants in C can be defined using ______ or #define.
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Identifiers in C must start with a letter or ______.
Identifiers in C must start with a letter or ______.
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Before using variables, their data types must be declared with a ______ statement.
Before using variables, their data types must be declared with a ______ statement.
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Arithmetic operators such as ______, -, *, / are used to perform mathematical calculations.
Arithmetic operators such as ______, -, *, / are used to perform mathematical calculations.
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To output a single character in C, the function ______ is used.
To output a single character in C, the function ______ is used.
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In a for loop, the number of iterations is ______ beforehand.
In a for loop, the number of iterations is ______ beforehand.
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A string in C is stored as an array of characters terminated with a ______.
A string in C is stored as an array of characters terminated with a ______.
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Study Notes
Introductory Concepts and C Fundamentals
- Programming languages translate human-readable instructions into machine code for computer execution. Machine language is binary. Assembly language uses mnemonic codes. High-level languages, like C, are easier to write and read. Scripting languages are for automating tasks.
- C is a procedural language, often used for system programming (OS development, embedded systems). It combines low-level capabilities (memory management) with high-level programming features.
- A "Hello, World!" program in C is:
#include <stdio.h>; int main() { printf("Hello, World!"); return 0; } - Desirable characteristics of a program include readability (clear code, comments, good names), efficiency (optimal algorithms), modularity (reusable functions), and portability (runs on different platforms with few changes).
C Fundamentals
- The C character set includes letters, digits, symbols, and white space (spaces, tabs, newlines).
- Identifiers in C are names (e.g.,
myVar,_count) that start with a letter or underscore. - Keywords are reserved words (e.g.,
int,for,return). - Basic data types include
int(integers),float(decimals),char(characters),double(high-precision decimals). -
constor#definecreates constants (unchanging values). Example:#define PI 3.14; const int max = 100;. - Variables store data. Example:
int age;. - Declarations announce variables. Expressions combine variables, operators, and values (e.g.,
a + b * c). Statements are complete instructions. Example:int sum = a + b;. - Symbols represent constants (like
PI) with meaningful names.
Operators, Expressions, and I/O
- Arithmetic operators perform calculations (
+,-,*,/,%). - Unary operators operate on a single operand (
++,--,!). - Relational operators compare values (
>,>=,<,<=,==,!=). - Logical operators combine conditions (
&&,||,!). - Assignment operators assign values (
=,+=,-=, etc.). - Precedence and associativity determine how operators are evaluated.
Data Input and Output
-
getchar()reads a single character,putchar()prints one. -
scanf()reads formatted input from the keyboard.printf()displays formatted output to the screen. -
gets()(deprecated) reads a string from the keyboard.puts()displays a string.
Control Statements and Arrays
- Branching includes
if-elsestatements for conditional execution.switchcompares a value to multiple possible choices. - Looping includes
for(known iterations),while(condition-based), anddo-while(execute at least once).breakexits a loop,continueskips the current iteration.gotojumps to a labeled part of the program. - Arrays let you store multiple values of the same type.
- Multidimensional arrays store data in rows and columns.
- Strings are arrays of characters, terminated by
\0.
Functions and Pointers
- Functions are reusable blocks of code.
- Pointers hold memory addresses.
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Description
This quiz covers the introductory concepts and fundamentals of C programming. It explores programming languages, the significance of a 'Hello, World!' program, and essential characteristics of effective code. Test your knowledge on the structure and components of C, including identifiers and the character set.
