12 Questions
How is a C-String defined in C language?
As a one-dimensional array of characters terminated by a null character
What occupies the 7th memory location in a C-String?
The null character '\0'
How can a C-String variable be initialized in C language?
By using double quotation marks with an equal sign
Why is the second way of initializing a C-String variable less preferred?
It involves storing each character individually
What happens when using '>>' operator with cin to input a C-String with embedded blanks?
Characters after the blank space are ignored
How can you overcome the issue of embedded blanks when inputting a C-String?
By using cin.get() function for C-String input
What is the main difference between character data type and string data type in C++?
Character data type can only store a single character while string data type can store a sequence of characters.
Why are C-Strings also known as C-Strings?
Because they were only the kind of strings available in C language and early versions of C++ language.
Why is a null character ' ull' appended to the end of a C-String?
To indicate the end of the string.
How many bytes are needed to store the single-character string 'a'?
2 bytes
How many elements does a C-String variable holding 7 characters require?
8 elements
Why does a string with n characters require an n+1 element array to store it?
To accommodate the null character at the end of the string.
Learn about working with strings in C++, including using character arrays and the predefined string class. Understand the differences in memory consumption between character data type and string data type.
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