ECE 220: Intro to C++ - Objects, Constructors, and Pointers
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What is the primary motivation behind using C++ classes over structs?

Better access control and ability to include functions

What are the two main limitations of using structs in C++?

Structs cannot include functions and members of a struct can be accessed by anyone

How do you access members of a laptop struct in C++?

Using the arrow operator (-> or dot operator (.))

What is the purpose of the public keyword in a C++ class?

<p>To specify members that can be accessed from outside the class</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do you initialize a laptop object in C++ using a constructor?

<p>Using the syntax <code>laptop objectName(parameters)</code></p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of using a class constructor in C++?

<p>It allows for automatic initialization of objects when they are created</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary motivation behind using C++ classes over structs, as described in the lecture?

<p>To overcome the limitations of structs, which cannot include functions and have members that can be accessed by anyone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the private keyword in the laptop class definition?

<p>It restricts access to the member variables <code>screenSize</code>, <code>RAM</code>, and <code>power</code>.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do the powerON and powerOFF member functions in the laptop class improve the encapsulation of the power member variable?

<p>They provide a controlled interface to modify the <code>power</code> variable, rather than allowing direct access to it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the laptop constructor in the given example?

<p>To initialize the member variables <code>screenSize</code>, <code>RAM</code>, and <code>power</code> with user-provided values.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the printStatus member function in the laptop class provide a controlled interface to the screenSize, RAM, and power member variables?

<p>It provides a way to access and display the values of these variables without allowing direct modification.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of using a laptop pointer p in the main function?

<p>It allows the <code>powerON</code>, <code>powerOFF</code>, and <code>printStatus</code> functions to modify the <code>laptop</code> object indirectly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the use of a laptop class improve the organization and structure of the code compared to using a StructLaptop struct?

<p>It provides a clear separation of concerns between data and behavior, and encapsulates the data and behavior of the <code>laptop</code> object.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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