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The setup() function in an Arduino sketch executes continuously after the microcontroller powers on.
The setup() function in an Arduino sketch executes continuously after the microcontroller powers on.
False
Setting a pin to 'OUTPUT' allows you to read external signals from sensors.
Setting a pin to 'OUTPUT' allows you to read external signals from sensors.
False
In Arduino programming, the loop() function runs indefinitely until the microcontroller is reset or powered off.
In Arduino programming, the loop() function runs indefinitely until the microcontroller is reset or powered off.
True
The digitalWrite() function is used to turn an LED on or off by sending a HIGH or LOW voltage.
The digitalWrite() function is used to turn an LED on or off by sending a HIGH or LOW voltage.
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The pinMode() function determines whether a pin should be set to INPUT or OUTPUT by providing the syntax pinMode(mode, pin numbers).
The pinMode() function determines whether a pin should be set to INPUT or OUTPUT by providing the syntax pinMode(mode, pin numbers).
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The delay() function in Arduino can run other processes while pausing execution.
The delay() function in Arduino can run other processes while pausing execution.
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Setting a pin to OUTPUT mode enables it to read external signals from buttons or sensors.
Setting a pin to OUTPUT mode enables it to read external signals from buttons or sensors.
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The 'const' keyword is used to allow variables to be modified throughout the program.
The 'const' keyword is used to allow variables to be modified throughout the program.
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The purpose of the setup() function includes the initialization of hardware settings like timers and serial communication.
The purpose of the setup() function includes the initialization of hardware settings like timers and serial communication.
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A for loop requires that the initialization, condition, and update be defined in any order.
A for loop requires that the initialization, condition, and update be defined in any order.
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To control an LED connected to ledPin, you must set ledPin to INPUT mode first.
To control an LED connected to ledPin, you must set ledPin to INPUT mode first.
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The typical structure of a for loop includes initialization, condition, and post-increment statement.
The typical structure of a for loop includes initialization, condition, and post-increment statement.
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The delay() function in Arduino is used to halt the execution of the loop() function for a specified amount of time.
The delay() function in Arduino is used to halt the execution of the loop() function for a specified amount of time.
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The digitalWrite() function can change the pin values to either HIGH or LOW, affecting the connected components accordingly.
The digitalWrite() function can change the pin values to either HIGH or LOW, affecting the connected components accordingly.
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An int data type can represent both whole numbers and decimal values.
An int data type can represent both whole numbers and decimal values.
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To check if a button is pressed, you must set the pin to 'OUTPUT'.
To check if a button is pressed, you must set the pin to 'OUTPUT'.
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Study Notes
Setup Function
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setup()
runs once when the microcontroller starts or resets, used for initial configurations. - Ideal for configuring pin modes, setting up serial communication, timers, and other hardware setup tasks.
- Example syntax:
void setup() { pinMode(ledPin, OUTPUT); pinMode(buttonPin, INPUT); }
Loop Function
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loop()
is executed continuously aftersetup()
is complete. - Contains primary code logic and runs indefinitely until power off or reset.
- Example syntax:
void loop() { digitalWrite(ledPin, HIGH); delay(1000); digitalWrite(ledPin, LOW); delay(1000); }
pinMode() Function
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pinMode(pin, mode)
configures the mode of a digital pin (e.g., INPUT or OUTPUT). - INPUT allows for reading external signals; OUTPUT allows for sending signals to components.
- For OUTPUT pins,
digitalWrite(pin, HIGH)
turns the pin on, whiledigitalWrite(pin, LOW)
turns it off. - For INPUT pins,
digitalRead(pin)
reads the state of connected signals.
delay() Function
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delay(ms)
introduces a pause in code execution for the specified time in milliseconds. - During a delay, the microcontroller does not perform any tasks.
Variables: int and const
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int
represents whole numbers (positive and negative), used for counting and arithmetic operations. -
const
keyword declares a constant, which is a value that cannot be altered after assignment, providing stability in code.
for() Loop
- A control structure to repeat code a specific number of times, best for known iterations.
- Consists of three parts: Initialization (setting a counter variable), Condition (determining loop continuation), and Update (modifying the counter).
- Example syntax:
for(initialization; condition; update) { // code to be executed }
- Initializes counter variable, e.g.,
int i = 1
.
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This quiz explores the setup() function in Arduino sketches, which is essential for initializing configurations when the microcontroller starts. Test your knowledge of how to use this function effectively in your programming. Learn about pin modes, serial communication, and other crucial setup tasks.