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Comparison of C and Java Syntax

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What are the two main kinds of files that compose C programs?

Code files and Output files

Source files and Binary files

Executable files and Header files

Code files and Header files (correct)

Which part of a C program contains compile-time and run-time artifacts that are used when the program is running?

Global variables

Static functions

Code files (correct)

Header files

What do Header files in C programs contain?

Function definitions

Global variables

Compile-time artifacts (correct)

Run-time artifacts

Which part of a C program specifies the characteristics of a function or variable but does not create it?

Function declaration Signup and view all the answers

Which kind of file in C is included by other files, such as code files?

.h files Signup and view all the answers

Where does execution start in a typical C program?

In the main() function Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Preprocessor (cpp) in the C compilation process?

It builds the executable from Object files. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key function of the Compiler (cc1) in C compilation?

It compiles code files into Object files. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the Assembler (as) in the C compilation process?

It links the Object files into an executable. Signup and view all the answers

How does Java differ from C in terms of linking?

Java links classes at compile time. Signup and view all the answers

Which component is responsible for bringing together Object files and libraries to build an executable in C?

Linker Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of type information in Java compared to C?

Type information is stored in class files in Java. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason why C is considered ideal for system programming?

C is suitable for manipulating data and devices at the hardware level Signup and view all the answers

Why is it mentioned that C requires you to implement your own data structures?

To make you fully aware of the trade-offs when working with data structures Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of C programming does not hide anything according to the text?

How the system and the machine work Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of C forcing you to look 'under the hood'?

To deepen your understanding by knowing how things work at a lower level Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic makes C different from Java based on the information provided?

C requires more manual memory management than Java Signup and view all the answers

What makes C a popular language for working with device drivers and embedded systems?

C's ability to manipulate hardware at a low level Signup and view all the answers