samiha Saiyad

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2013 paper

SM Saiyad <[email protected]> 13 December 2024 at 16:09

To: samiha Saiyad <[email protected]>

Q.1 (a)

Let's go through each part of the question step by step.

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1. List Common Escape Sequence Characters.

Escape sequences are used to represent special characters within strings. Here are
some common escape sequences in C:

1. \n - Newline (moves the cursor to the next line).

2. \t - Horizontal tab (adds a tab space).

3. \r - Carriage return (moves the cursor to the beginning of the current line).

4. \\ - Backslash (used to print a single backslash).

5. \' - Single quote (used to print a single quote character).

6. \" - Double quote (used to print a double quote character).

7. \b - Backspace (moves the cursor one position back).

8. \f - Form feed (used to move the cursor to the next page in some contexts, not
commonly used).

9. \v - Vertical tab (not commonly used).

10. \0 - Null character (used to terminate strings).

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2. State All and Explain Any One Bitwise Operator with Example.

Bitwise operators work on bits and perform operations bit by bit. Here are the
common bitwise operators in C:

1. & (AND)

2. | (OR)

3. ^ (XOR)

4. ~ (NOT)

5. << (Left shift)

6. >> (Right shift)

Let's explain the & (AND) operator with an example:

The & (AND) operator compares each bit of two operands. If both bits are 1, the
result is 1; otherwise, the result is 0.

Example:

#include <stdio.h>

int main() {
int a = 5; // 0101 in binary
int b = 3; // 0011 in binary

int result = a & b; // AND operation

printf("Result of a & b = %d\n", result);

return 0;
}

Explanation:

Binary representation of a = 5 is 0101

Binary representation of b = 3 is 0011

Performing the AND operation bit by bit:

0101
& 0011
------
0001 (which is 1 in decimal)

Output:

Result of a & b = 1

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3. Give Output of the Following Code Snippets.

i) Code 1:
#include <stdio.h>

int main() {
int i = 0, j = 1;
printf("\n%d", ++i && ++j);
printf("\n%d %d", i, j);
return 0;
}

Explanation:

The expression ++i && ++j involves logical AND. The pre-increment ++i changes i to
1, and since i is now non-zero, the logical AND checks ++j, which increments j from 1
to 2.

The result of ++i && ++j is 1 because both i and j are non-zero.

After the expression, i is 1 and j is 2.

Output:

1
12

ii) Code 2:

#include <stdio.h>

int main() {
int a, b;
a = -3 - -3;
b = -3 - -(-3);
printf("a=%d b=%d", a, b);
return 0;
}

Explanation:

a = -3 - -3 results in a = -3 + 3 = 0

b = -3 - -(-3) results in b = -3 - 3 = -6
Output:

a=0 b=-6

iii) Code 3:

#include <stdio.h>

int main() {
printf("nn\n\n nn\n");
printf(" Have a good day\n");
printf("nn /n/n/n nn/n");
return 0;
}

Explanation:

The first printf prints "nn" followed by two newline characters, so the output is:

nn
(new line)
(new line)
nn

The second printf prints " Have a good day" followed by a newline.

The third printf prints the string "nn /n/n/n nn/n". Notice that /n is treated as literal
characters, not as a newline escape sequence. So, it prints exactly as is.

Output:

nn

nn
Have a good day
nn /n/n/n nn/n

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Summary of Outputs:

1. Escape Sequences: Common escape sequences include \n, \t, \\, \', and others.

2. Bitwise Operator (AND): The & operator performs bit-by-bit logical AND on two
integers.

3. Output of Code Snippets:

Code 1: 1\n1 2

Code 2: a=0 b=-6

Code 3: nn\n\n nn\n Have a good day\nnn /n/n/n nn/n

(b) Answer the Following Questions:

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1. Explain Ternary Operator in ‘C’.

The ternary operator in C is a conditional operator that is used to evaluate a

condition and return one of two values based on whether the condition is true or
false. It is a shorthand for an if-else statement.

The syntax of the ternary operator is:

condition ? value_if_true : value_if_false;

condition: A boolean expression that is evaluated.

value_if_true: The value returned if the condition is true.

value_if_false: The value returned if the condition is false.

Example:

#include <stdio.h>
int main() {
int a = 5, b = 10;
int max = (a > b) ? a : b; // Ternary operator to find the maximum value
printf("The maximum value is: %d\n", max);
return 0;
}

Explanation:

The condition (a > b) is evaluated. If true, a is returned; otherwise, b is returned.

In this case, since a is 5 and b is 10, b will be returned as the maximum value.

Output:

The maximum value is: 10

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2. Differentiate Formal and Actual Parameters.

Formal Parameters:

These are the variables that are defined in the function signature (i.e., the function
definition).

They are used to receive values passed from the calling function.

They act as placeholders for the values that will be passed when the function is
called.

Example:

void add(int x, int y) { // x and y are formal parameters

printf("Sum: %d\n", x + y);
}

Actual Parameters:

These are the values or variables that are passed to the function when it is called.
They are the real values that are supplied to the function's formal parameters.

Example:

int main() {
add(3, 4); // 3 and 4 are actual parameters
return 0;
}

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3. Write Use of putc() with Example.

The putc() function is used to write a single character to a file or to standard output
(stdout). It takes two arguments: the character to be written and the file pointer (or
stdout for printing to the screen).

Syntax:

int putc(int char, FILE *stream);

char: The character to be written.

stream: The file pointer (e.g., stdout or a file).

Example:

#include <stdio.h>

int main() {
FILE *file = fopen("example.txt", "w"); // Open file for writing
if (file) {
putc('A', file); // Write 'A' to the file
fclose(file); // Close the file
} else {
printf("File opening failed.\n");
}
return 0;
}

Explanation:

The putc() function writes the character 'A' to the file "example.txt".

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4. What is Conditional Compilation?

Conditional compilation allows the compiler to compile certain parts of the code
based on specified conditions. It uses preprocessor directives like #ifdef, #ifndef, #if,
#else, #endif, etc. This feature is useful when we want to include or exclude specific
code blocks depending on certain conditions, such as platform-specific code or
debugging code.

Example:

#include <stdio.h>

#define DEBUG 1

int main() {
#ifdef DEBUG
printf("Debugging is enabled\n");
#else
printf("Debugging is disabled\n");
#endif
return 0;
}

Explanation:

If DEBUG is defined, the compiler includes the code under #ifdef DEBUG, otherwise,
it includes the code under #else.

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5. Give the Difference Between break and continue.

break:

It is used to exit from a loop or switch statement prematurely.

When encountered, it immediately terminates the loop or switch and transfers

control to the statement following the loop or switch.

Example:

for (int i = 0; i < 5; i++) {

if (i == 3) {
break; // Exits the loop when i equals 3
}
printf("%d ", i);
}

Output: 0 1 2

continue:

It is used to skip the current iteration of a loop and continue with the next iteration.

When encountered, it skips the remaining code in the loop for the current iteration
and moves to the next iteration.

Example:

for (int i = 0; i < 5; i++) {

if (i == 3) {
continue; // Skips the current iteration when i equals 3
}
printf("%d ", i);
}

Output: 0 1 2 4

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6. Write a Drawback of a Singly Linked List.

A singly linked list has the following drawbacks:

Traversal is one-way: You can only traverse the list in one direction (from the head to
the tail). Unlike a doubly linked list, where traversal can happen in both directions,
you can't go backward in a singly linked list.

No direct access to previous node: To delete a node, you need to know its
predecessor, but in a singly linked list, you can't directly access the previous node.

Example: Deleting a node requires traversing the list and keeping track of the
previous node, which can be inefficient in some cases.

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7. Write the Purpose of fclose().

The fclose() function is used to close a file that was opened using functions like
fopen() or freopen(). Closing a file is important because it ensures that all data is
properly written to the file and resources are released. If a file is not closed, there
could be data loss, and system resources may not be freed.

Syntax:

int fclose(FILE *stream);

stream: The file pointer to be closed.

Example:

#include <stdio.h>

int main() {
FILE *file = fopen("example.txt", "w"); // Open file for writing
if (file) {
fprintf(file, "Hello, world!\n"); // Write to the file
fclose(file); // Close the file
} else {
printf("Error opening file.\n");
 }
return 0;
}

Explanation:

After writing data to the file, the fclose() function is used to close the file and save
the changes.

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Summary:

1. Ternary Operator: A conditional operator (? :) used for shorthand if-else.

2. Formal and Actual Parameters: Formal parameters are defined in the function,
while actual parameters are passed during the function call.

3. putc(): Used to write a character to a file or standard output.

4. Conditional Compilation: Includes or excludes parts of code based on conditions.

5. Difference Between break and continue: break exits the loop, while continue skips
to the next iteration.

6. Drawback of Singly Linked List: Can only traverse in one direction and lacks
access to the previous node.

7. fclose(): Closes an opened file, ensuring all data is saved and resources are
released.

Q.2 (a) Briefly Classify Generation of Programming Languages. Discuss its

Advantages Over Other Generations.
Programming languages are classified into different generations based on their
abstraction from machine code and ease of use. Here’s a brief classification of the
generations of programming languages:

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1. First Generation (1GL) – Machine Language:

Description: This is the lowest level of programming language, consisting of binary

code (0s and 1s) that the computer understands directly.

Example: 101010101011 (binary code).

Advantages:

Fast execution because it is directly understood by the hardware.

No translation required.

Disadvantages:

Very difficult to write and understand by humans.

Prone to errors.

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2. Second Generation (2GL) – Assembly Language:

Description: Assembly language is a low-level programming language that uses

symbolic names or mnemonics to represent machine-level instructions.

Example: MOV AX, 10 (assembly language instruction).

Advantages:

Easier to read and write than machine language.

Still close to hardware, providing control over memory and performance.

Disadvantages:

Still difficult to use for complex tasks.

Requires knowledge of hardware architecture.

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3. Third Generation (3GL) – High-Level Languages:

Description: High-level languages like C, Java, and Python are closer to human
languages and abstract away hardware details.

Example: int x = 10; (C language statement).

Advantages:

Easier to learn and use compared to 1GL and 2GL.

More portable, meaning programs can run on different hardware with little
modification.

More productive for developers due to its abstraction from hardware.

Disadvantages:

Less control over hardware and system resources.

Requires a compiler or interpreter to translate to machine code.

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4. Fourth Generation (4GL) – Very High-Level Languages:

Description: 4GL languages are designed to be even easier to use, often focusing on
specific tasks like database management, GUI development, etc.

Example: SQL for querying databases.

Advantages:

Extremely easy to use for non-programmers (e.g., query languages like SQL).

Faster development due to high abstraction and pre-built libraries.

Disadvantages:

Limited flexibility and control compared to 3GL.

Not suitable for all types of software development.

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5. Fifth Generation (5GL) – Knowledge-Based Languages:

Description: 5GLs are based on solving problems using constraints rather than
algorithms. They are often used in artificial intelligence applications.

Example: Prolog, used in AI for logical reasoning.

Advantages:

Focuses on the "what" to solve rather than "how" to solve it.

Used in AI, expert systems, and complex decision-making applications.

Disadvantages:

Very complex to learn and implement.

Limited practical use compared to 3GL and 4GL.

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Advantages of Higher Generations Over Lower Generations:

1. Ease of Use: Higher-level languages (3GL, 4GL) are easier to write, understand,
and maintain.

2. Portability: Programs written in 3GL or 4GL can be ported across different

hardware systems without major changes.

3. Productivity: Developers can write programs faster because the languages

abstract many details of machine operations.

4. Error Handling: Higher-level languages provide better error handling, debugging

tools, and user-friendly features.

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Q.2 (b) Which Are the Control Structures Available in C Language? Explain Any One
with Example.

Control structures are used in C language to control the flow of program execution.
There are three main types of control structures in C:

1. Sequential Control: The program executes instructions one after the other.

2. Selection Control: These structures allow decision-making based on conditions.

Examples: if, if-else, switch.

3. Repetition (Looping) Control: These structures repeat a block of code multiple
times.

Examples: for, while, do-while.

Let’s explain if-else control structure as an example.

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if-else Control Structure:

The if-else statement allows a program to make decisions. It evaluates a condition,

and if the condition is true, it executes one block of code. Otherwise, it executes
another block of code.

Syntax:

if (condition) {
// Code block if condition is true
} else {
// Code block if condition is false
}

Example:

#include <stdio.h>

int main() {
int age;
printf("Enter your age: ");
scanf("%d", &age);

// If-else control structure

if (age >= 18) {
printf("You are eligible to vote.\n");
} else {
printf("You are not eligible to vote.\n");
}
 return 0;
}

Explanation:

The if statement checks if the user's age is 18 or more.

If the condition age >= 18 is true, the program prints "You are eligible to vote.".

If the condition is false, it prints "You are not eligible to vote.".

Output Example:

Enter your age: 20

You are eligible to vote.

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Summary:

1. Generations of Programming Languages: The generations range from low-level

machine code to high-level languages like C, focusing on ease of use and
abstraction from hardware.

2. Control Structures in C: These structures control the flow of execution. The if-else
structure is used for conditional decisions, allowing different code blocks to be
executed based on a condition.
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(b) What is an Array? Discuss Two-Dimensional Arrays with Memory Representation

and Example.

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What is an Array?

An array is a collection of elements of the same data type stored in contiguous

memory locations. Each element in an array can be accessed using an index, with
the first element having an index of 0.
Syntax to declare an array:

data_type array_name[size];

For example:

int numbers[5]; // This declares an array of 5 integers

In this example, the array numbers can store 5 integer values.

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Two-Dimensional Array:

A two-dimensional (2D) array in C is an array of arrays. It can be visualized as a table

with rows and columns. Each element in a 2D array is accessed using two indices:
one for the row and one for the column.

Syntax to declare a 2D array:

data_type array_name[rows][columns];

For example:

int matrix[3][4]; // This declares a 2D array with 3 rows and 4 columns

Here, matrix is a 2D array of integers with 3 rows and 4 columns.

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Memory Representation of a 2D Array:

In memory, a 2D array is stored as a contiguous block of memory. For a 2D array

declared as array[3][4], the memory is allocated sequentially, row by row.

For matrix[3][4], the elements are stored in the following order:

matrix[0][0], matrix[0][1], matrix[0][2], matrix[0][3],

matrix[1][0], matrix[1][1], matrix[1][2], matrix[1][3],
matrix[2][0], matrix[2][1], matrix[2][2], matrix[2][3]

The memory is allocated as a linear block, and each element is accessed using an
index.

Example:

For the 2D array:

int matrix[3][4] = {
{1, 2, 3, 4},
{5, 6, 7, 8},
{9, 10, 11, 12}
};

The memory representation will be:

matrix[0][0] = 1, matrix[0][1] = 2, matrix[0][2] = 3, matrix[0][3] = 4

matrix[1][0] = 5, matrix[1][1] = 6, matrix[1][2] = 7, matrix[1][3] = 8

matrix[2][0] = 9, matrix[2][1] = 10, matrix[2][2] = 11, matrix[2][3] = 12

In memory, it would be stored sequentially like this:

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

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Example Program for 2D Array:

#include <stdio.h>

int main() {
// Declare a 2D array (3 rows and 4 columns)
int matrix[3][4] = {
{1, 2, 3, 4},
{5, 6, 7, 8},
{9, 10, 11, 12}
 };

// Print the 2D array

printf("Matrix elements:\n");
for (int i = 0; i < 3; i++) {
for (int j = 0; j < 4; j++) {
printf("%d ", matrix[i][j]);
}
printf("\n");
}

return 0;
}

Explanation:

The matrix is a 2D array of integers with 3 rows and 4 columns.

The program uses nested for loops to traverse and print each element of the 2D
array.

Output:

Matrix elements:
1234
5678
9 10 11 12

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Accessing Elements of a 2D Array:

To access an element in a 2D array, you use two indices: the row and the column.

For example:

matrix[1][2] refers to the element at the 2nd row (index 1) and 3rd column (index 2),
which is 7 in this case.

matrix[0][3] refers to the element at the 1st row (index 0) and 4th column (index 3),
which is 4.
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Summary:

1. Array: A collection of elements of the same data type stored in contiguous

memory.

2. 2D Array: An array of arrays (a matrix), where each element can be accessed using
two indices: one for the row and one for the column.

3. Memory Representation: 2D arrays are stored as a contiguous block in memory,

with elements stored row by row.

4. Example Program: A simple program is provided to demonstrate how a 2D array

works and is accessed in C.

Q.3 (a) What is Recursion? Where Recursion Can Be Used? Discuss the Advantages
of Recursion. Explain with Example.

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What is Recursion?

Recursion is a programming technique where a function calls itself in order to solve

a problem. Each time the function calls itself, it works on a smaller part of the
original problem. Recursion is typically used when a problem can be broken down
into smaller, similar subproblems.

A recursive function generally has two parts:

1. Base Case: The condition under which the recursion stops.

2. Recursive Case: The part where the function calls itself with a smaller or simpler
problem.
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Where Can Recursion Be Used?

Recursion is commonly used in scenarios where:

1. Divide and Conquer problems (e.g., sorting algorithms like QuickSort and
MergeSort).

2. Tree Traversal (e.g., binary tree traversal).

3. Factorial calculation and other mathematical problems.

4. Finding Fibonacci numbers.

5. Backtracking problems (e.g., solving a maze, N-Queens problem).

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Advantages of Recursion:

1. Simplifies Code: Some problems (like tree traversal, factorial calculation, etc.) are
naturally recursive. Recursion leads to simpler and more elegant code.

2. Cleaner and More Readable: Recursive functions can be easier to understand

compared to iterative approaches for certain problems.

3. Problem Solving Efficiency: Recursion helps in solving problems that involve a

series of steps that are repeated in smaller subproblems.
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Example of Recursion:

A common example of recursion is calculating the factorial of a number, which is

defined as:

n! = n * (n-1) * (n-2) * ... * 1

Base case: 0! = 1

Recursive function to calculate factorial:

#include <stdio.h>

int factorial(int n) {
// Base case
if (n == 0) {
return 1;
}
// Recursive case
return n * factorial(n - 1);
}

int main() {
int number = 5;
printf("Factorial of %d is %d\n", number, factorial(number));
return 0;
}

Explanation:

The function factorial() calls itself with a smaller value (n-1) until it reaches the base
case (n == 0).

The function returns the product of n and the result of the recursive call.

Output:
Factorial of 5 is 120

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Q.3 (b) What is a Pointer? How Pointers Can Be Used for Call by Reference
Parameter Passing Mechanism?

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What is a Pointer?

A pointer in C is a variable that stores the memory address of another variable.

Rather than storing the actual data, a pointer stores the location in memory where
the data is stored.

Declaration of a pointer:

data_type *pointer_name;

For example:

int *ptr; // Pointer to an integer

Pointer Assignment:

int num = 10;

ptr = &num; // ptr stores the address of num

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Call by Reference Using Pointers:

In call by reference, the function gets access to the actual memory locations
(addresses) of the variables passed to it. This means the function can modify the
original values of the variables.
In C, pointers can be used to implement call by reference. Instead of passing a copy
of the variable's value to the function (like in call by value), we pass the memory
address of the variable.

How to Pass a Pointer to a Function?

Use the address-of operator (&) to pass the address of a variable.

Use the dereference operator (*) inside the function to access the value at that
address.

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Example of Call by Reference using Pointers:

#include <stdio.h>

// Function to swap two numbers using pointers

void swap(int *a, int *b) {
int temp;
temp = *a; // Dereferencing the pointer to get the value
*a = *b; // Dereferencing the pointer to set the value
*b = temp; // Dereferencing the pointer to set the value
}

int main() {
int x = 10, y = 20;

// Display values before swapping

printf("Before swapping: x = %d, y = %d\n", x, y);

// Call swap function, passing addresses of x and y

swap(&x, &y);

// Display values after swapping

printf("After swapping: x = %d, y = %d\n", x, y);

return 0;
}

Explanation:
In the main function, we pass the addresses of x and y to the swap function.

The swap function uses pointers to modify the values at those memory addresses,
swapping the values of x and y.

Output:

Before swapping: x = 10, y = 20

After swapping: x = 20, y = 10

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Q.3 (a) What is the Purpose of Storage Class in ‘C’? Discuss Each Storage Class with
Example.

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Purpose of Storage Class in C:

A storage class in C defines the scope, lifetime, and visibility of variables. It tells the
compiler where to store the variable, how long the variable should exist, and the
scope (where it can be accessed) within the program.

There are four main types of storage classes in C:

1. auto

2. register

3. static

4. extern
Each storage class determines the lifetime, visibility, and default initial value of
variables.

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1. auto Storage Class:

Default storage class for local variables.

Variables declared with auto are local to the function and are destroyed when the
function exits.

The default storage class for variables without an explicit storage class is auto.

Example:

void function() {
auto int x = 10; // Local variable, only accessible in function
printf("%d\n", x);
}

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2. register Storage Class:

Variables declared as register are stored in CPU registers (if available), making
access faster.

Typically used for frequently accessed variables in loops or intensive computations.

Example:

void function() {
register int i; // Variable is stored in a CPU register
for(i = 0; i < 10; i++) {
printf("%d ", i);
}
}
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3. static Storage Class:

A variable declared with static preserves its value between function calls.

It is initialized only once and maintains its state throughout the program’s execution,
even if the function exits and is called again.

Example:

void function() {
static int count = 0; // Static variable
count++;
printf("%d\n", count);
}

int main() {
function(); // Outputs: 1
function(); // Outputs: 2
return 0;
}

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4. extern Storage Class:

The extern keyword is used to declare variables that are defined in another file or
elsewhere in the program.

It tells the compiler that the variable’s definition is available in another translation
unit (source file).

Example:

// file1.c
#include <stdio.h>
extern int x; // Declaration of an external variable
void function() {
printf("%d\n", x); // Accessing the variable x defined in another file
}

// file2.c
int x = 100; // Definition of x

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Summary:

1. Recursion is when a function calls itself to solve problems. It simplifies the

solution for problems like factorial, Fibonacci, and tree traversal.

2. Pointers are variables that store memory addresses, and they are used to pass
parameters by reference, allowing the function to modify the original variable.

3. Storage Classes define the scope, lifetime, and visibility of variables in C, with
types including auto, register, static, and extern.

Q.3 (b) How Will You Handle Strings in ‘C’? Explain the String Manipulation
Functions with Example.

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Handling Strings in C:

In C, strings are arrays of characters terminated by a special null character ('\0'). A

string is a sequence of characters, and it is represented as an array of characters.

Declaration of a string:

char str[100]; // A string of 100 characters

Initialization of a string:

char str[] = "Hello, World!"; // Automatically adds the null character '\0' at the end
In C, strings are handled as arrays of characters. Since there is no built-in string data
type like in higher-level languages, C relies on character arrays to represent and
manipulate strings.

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String Manipulation Functions in C:

There are several built-in functions in C to handle and manipulate strings. These
functions are included in the string.h library.

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1. strlen() - Calculate Length of a String:

The strlen() function returns the length of a string (excluding the null terminator '\0').

Syntax:

size_t strlen(const char *str);

Example:

#include <stdio.h>
#include <string.h>

int main() {
char str[] = "Hello";
printf("Length of string: %zu\n", strlen(str)); // Output: 5
return 0;
}

Explanation:

strlen(str) returns 5 because "Hello" contains 5 characters, and it does not count the
null character '\0'.

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2. strcpy() - Copy a String:

The strcpy() function copies one string into another.

Syntax:

char* strcpy(char *dest, const char *src);

Example:

#include <stdio.h>
#include <string.h>

int main() {
char source[] = "Hello";
char destination[20];

strcpy(destination, source);
printf("Source: %s\n", source); // Output: Hello
printf("Destination: %s\n", destination); // Output: Hello

return 0;
}

Explanation:

strcpy(destination, source) copies the string "Hello" from source to destination.

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3. strcat() - Concatenate Two Strings:

The strcat() function appends one string to the end of another.

Syntax:

char* strcat(char *dest, const char *src);

Example:

#include <stdio.h>
#include <string.h>

int main() {
char str1[50] = "Hello ";
char str2[] = "World!";

strcat(str1, str2);
printf("Concatenated String: %s\n", str1); // Output: Hello World!

return 0;
}

Explanation:

strcat(str1, str2) appends the string "World!" to the end of str1.

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4. strcmp() - Compare Two Strings:

The strcmp() function compares two strings lexicographically.

Syntax:

int strcmp(const char *str1, const char *str2);

Example:

#include <stdio.h>
#include <string.h>

int main() {
char str1[] = "Apple";
char str2[] = "Banana";

int result = strcmp(str1, str2);

if (result == 0)
printf("Strings are equal\n");
else if (result < 0)
printf("str1 is less than str2\n");
else
 printf("str1 is greater than str2\n");

return 0;
}

Explanation:

strcmp(str1, str2) compares str1 with str2 lexicographically. The function returns:

0 if both strings are equal.

A negative number if str1 is lexicographically smaller than str2.

A positive number if str1 is lexicographically greater than str2.

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5. strchr() - Find a Character in a String:

The strchr() function searches for the first occurrence of a character in a string.

Syntax:

char* strchr(const char *str, int c);

Example:

#include <stdio.h>
#include <string.h>

int main() {
char str[] = "Hello World";
char *ptr = strchr(str, 'o');

if (ptr != NULL)
printf("Found 'o' at position: %ld\n", ptr - str); // Output: 4
else
printf("'o' not found\n");

return 0;
}

Explanation:

strchr(str, 'o') finds the first occurrence of 'o' in str. The function returns a pointer to
the position of the character in the string.

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6. strstr() - Find a Substring in a String:

The strstr() function finds the first occurrence of a substring within a string.

Syntax:

char* strstr(const char *haystack, const char *needle);

Example:

#include <stdio.h>
#include <string.h>

int main() {
char str[] = "Hello World";
char *ptr = strstr(str, "World");

if (ptr != NULL)
printf("Substring found at position: %ld\n", ptr - str); // Output: 6
else
printf("Substring not found\n");

return 0;
}

Explanation:

strstr(str, "World") finds the first occurrence of the substring "World" in str and
returns a pointer to the start of the substring.
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Summary of String Manipulation Functions in C:

1. strlen(): Returns the length of a string excluding the null character.

2. strcpy(): Copies a string to another string.

3. strcat(): Concatenates two strings.

4. strcmp(): Compares two strings lexicographically.

5. strchr(): Finds the first occurrence of a character in a string.

6. strstr(): Finds the first occurrence of a substring in a string.

These functions help in handling strings efficiently and provide various ways to
manipulate string data in C.

(a) Define Function. Differentiate User-Defined Function and Built-In Function. Write a
Program to Find Factorial of a Given Number Using User-Defined Function.

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Definition of Function:

A function is a block of code that performs a specific task. It helps in organizing and
dividing a large program into smaller, manageable parts. Functions can take inputs,
process them, and return results.

In C, functions are used to reduce code duplication and improve the readability of a
program. Functions can be either user-defined or built-in.

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User-Defined Function vs Built-In Function:

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Program to Find Factorial of a Given Number Using User-Defined Function:

In this program, we will write a user-defined function to calculate the factorial of a

number. Factorial of a number is the product of all positive integers less than or
equal to the number.

Factorial formula:

Factorial of n = n * (n-1) * (n-2) * ... * 1

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Program:

#include <stdio.h>

// User-defined function to calculate factorial

int factorial(int n) {
if (n == 0 || n == 1) {
return 1; // Base case: factorial of 0 or 1 is 1
} else {
return n * factorial(n - 1); // Recursive case
}
}

int main() {
int num;

// Ask user to input a number

printf("Enter a number to find its factorial: ");
scanf("%d", &num);

// Call the factorial function and store the result

int result = factorial(num);
 // Output the result
printf("Factorial of %d is: %d\n", num, result);

return 0;
}

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Explanation of the Program:

1. Function Declaration:

The function factorial() is a user-defined function that calculates the factorial of a

number. It takes an integer n as an argument.

The base case checks if n is 0 or 1 (since factorial of 0 and 1 is 1).

If n is greater than 1, the function calls itself recursively to multiply n by the factorial
of n-1.

2. Main Function:

The main() function asks the user to input a number.

The factorial() function is called to calculate the factorial of the entered number.

The result is printed on the screen.

3. Example:

If the user inputs 5, the program will calculate 5 * 4 * 3 * 2 * 1 = 120 and output:

Factorial of 5 is: 120

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Summary:

A function is a block of code used to perform specific tasks.

A user-defined function is created by the programmer, and a built-in function is

predefined in C libraries.

The program calculates the factorial of a number using recursion (a form of

user-defined function).

(b) 1. Discuss Advantages and Limitations of Flowchart

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Advantages of Flowcharts:

1. Clarity of Process:

Flowcharts provide a visual representation of the process or algorithm, making it

easier to understand the flow of logic.

They help in breaking down complex problems into simpler steps.

2. Improves Communication:

Flowcharts are easy to communicate with non-programmers. You can explain your
logic clearly using a flowchart, even to people who may not be familiar with
programming.

3. Easy to Debug:

Flowcharts help identify the steps where errors may occur in the process. If there is
an issue, you can quickly pinpoint where the process flow went wrong.
4. Standardized Symbols:

Flowcharts use standardized symbols (rectangles for processes, diamonds for

decisions), making them easy to read and follow.

5. Documentation:

Flowcharts serve as a useful tool for documenting the program logic for future
reference or modifications.

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Limitations of Flowcharts:

1. Complexity in Large Programs:

For large systems, flowcharts can become very complex and hard to follow,
especially if the process involves many decisions and loops.

2. Time-Consuming:

Creating flowcharts can be time-consuming, especially for complex algorithms or

large programs.

3. Inflexibility:

Flowcharts are static and cannot represent all aspects of programming, such as
dynamic data structures, recursion, or complex logic.

4. Lack of Detail:
Flowcharts do not show the detailed code implementation. They only provide a
high-level overview of the process.

5. Difficult to Modify:

Making changes in flowcharts, especially in large systems, can be difficult, and

modifying the flowchart can sometimes require rebuilding it entirely.

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(b) 2. How is an Enumerated Data Type Defined? Explain with Example.

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Enumerated Data Type in C:

An enumerated data type (enum) in C allows you to define a type that consists of a
set of named integer constants. It is used to assign more meaningful names to
integer values, improving the readability and maintainability of the code.

Syntax:

enum enum_name {
constant1,
constant2,
constant3,
...
};

You can also assign specific integer values to the constants:

enum enum_name {
constant1 = 10,
 constant2 = 20,
constant3 = 30,
...
};

Example:

Here’s an example of how an enumerated data type is defined and used:

#include <stdio.h>

// Define an enumerated data type called 'Day'

enum Day {Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday};

int main() {
// Declare a variable of type enum Day
enum Day today;

// Assign a value to today

today = Wednesday;

// Print the value (index value of Wednesday)

printf("The value of Wednesday is: %d\n", today); // Output: 3

return 0;
}

Explanation:

1. The enum Day defines an enumerated data type that represents the days of the
week.

By default, the first day (Sunday) has the value 0, and each subsequent day is
assigned a value incrementally (i.e., Monday gets 1, Tuesday gets 2, and so on).

2. In the main() function, a variable today of type enum Day is declared.

3. The variable today is assigned the value Wednesday, which corresponds to 3

(since Sunday = 0, Monday = 1, Tuesday = 2, and Wednesday = 3).
4. The program prints the value of today (i.e., 3), which corresponds to the day
Wednesday in the enumeration.

Advantages of Using Enumerated Data Types:

1. Improves Readability:

Instead of using raw integers (e.g., 0, 1, 2), you use meaningful names (e.g., Sunday,
Monday, Tuesday), making the code easier to understand.

2. Simplifies Code Maintenance:

If you need to change the values, you can just update the enumeration, and the rest
of the code remains unaffected.

3. Prevents Errors:

Using names for constants instead of numbers reduces the likelihood of errors
related to using incorrect or unclear integer values.

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Summary:

Flowcharts are helpful for visually representing and understanding the flow of an
algorithm, but they can become complex for large programs and may not capture all
the details.

Enumerated data types (enum) allow programmers to use named constants instead
of integers, improving code readability and reducing errors.
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Q.4 (a) What is a Structure? Why is it Called a User-Defined Data Type? Give
Examples for Three Different Ways to Declare a Structure.

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What is a Structure?

A structure in C is a user-defined data type that allows you to group different types
of data (variables) together. The data members in a structure can be of different
types, such as integers, floats, or even other structures. Structures are used to
represent a record.

For example, a structure can be used to represent a student with different attributes
like name, age, and marks.

Why is it Called a User-Defined Data Type?

It is called a user-defined data type because, unlike built-in data types like int or float,
the programmer (user) defines the structure based on the requirement. The
programmer decides what types of data the structure should contain and how the
structure should be organized.

Examples of Declaring Structures:

There are different ways to declare and use structures in C. Below are three different
ways to declare a structure:

1. Basic Structure Declaration: You can declare a structure with a specific name and
define its members.

Example:

struct student {
char name[50];
int age;
float marks;
};

In this example, a structure named student is defined with three members: name,
age, and marks.
2. Structure Declaration and Initialization: You can declare and initialize a structure
variable at the same time.

Example:

struct student {
char name[50];
int age;
float marks;
} stu1 = {"John Doe", 20, 85.5};

Here, the structure student is declared, and a variable stu1 is created and initialized
with values.

3. Using typedef with Structures: The typedef keyword is used to create a new name
(alias) for the structure, making it easier to declare structure variables.

Example:

typedef struct {
char name[50];
int age;
float marks;
} Student;

Student stu1 = {"Jane Doe", 22, 90.5};

In this example, the typedef allows you to use Student instead of struct student,
making the code simpler.

Summary:

A structure is a user-defined data type that allows grouping different types of data
under a single name.

It is called a user-defined data type because it is defined by the programmer to suit

the specific needs of the program.

There are different ways to declare and initialize structures: basic declaration,
declaration with initialization, and using typedef for simplicity.
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Q.4 (b) What is Dynamic Memory Allocation? Explain the Uses of malloc() and
calloc() with Example.

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What is Dynamic Memory Allocation?

Dynamic memory allocation refers to the process of allocating memory at runtime

(while the program is running) rather than at compile time. This allows you to
allocate memory for variables, arrays, or structures dynamically, based on the user's
input or program's needs. It provides flexibility because the exact amount of memory
needed may not be known at compile time.

Dynamic memory is allocated using functions such as malloc(), calloc(), realloc(),

and freed using free().

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malloc() - Memory Allocation:

malloc() (memory allocation) is used to allocate a block of memory of a specific size

during the execution of a program. It returns a pointer to the first byte of the
allocated memory block.

Syntax:

void* malloc(size_t size);

size: The size in bytes of the memory block you want to allocate.

Returns: A pointer to the allocated memory block, or NULL if memory allocation fails.

Example of malloc() usage:

#include <stdio.h>
#include <stdlib.h>

int main() {
int *arr;
int n, i;

// Input the number of elements

printf("Enter the number of elements: ");
scanf("%d", &n);

// Dynamically allocate memory for n integers

arr = (int*)malloc(n * sizeof(int));

if (arr == NULL) {
printf("Memory allocation failed.\n");
return 1; // Exit if memory allocation fails
}

// Input elements into the dynamically allocated memory

printf("Enter the elements:\n");
for (i = 0; i < n; i++) {
scanf("%d", &arr[i]);
}

// Output the elements

printf("You entered:\n");
for (i = 0; i < n; i++) {
printf("%d ", arr[i]);
}

// Free the dynamically allocated memory

free(arr);

return 0;
}

Explanation:

malloc() is used to allocate memory for an array of n integers.

malloc(n * sizeof(int)) ensures the memory allocated is enough to hold n integers.

After usage, the free() function is used to release the dynamically allocated memory.
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calloc() - Contiguous Allocation:

calloc() (contiguous allocation) is similar to malloc(), but it initializes the allocated

memory to zero. It allocates memory for an array of elements and initializes all the
elements to zero.

Syntax:

void* calloc(size_t num, size_t size);

num: The number of elements to allocate.

size: The size in bytes of each element.

Returns: A pointer to the allocated memory block, or NULL if memory allocation fails.

Example of calloc() usage:

#include <stdio.h>
#include <stdlib.h>

int main() {
int *arr;
int n, i;

// Input the number of elements

printf("Enter the number of elements: ");
scanf("%d", &n);

// Dynamically allocate memory and initialize to zero

arr = (int*)calloc(n, sizeof(int));

if (arr == NULL) {
printf("Memory allocation failed.\n");
return 1;
}
 // Output the initialized array
printf("Initialized array values are:\n");
for (i = 0; i < n; i++) {
printf("%d ", arr[i]); // All values will be 0
}

// Free the dynamically allocated memory

free(arr);

return 0;
}

Explanation:

calloc() allocates memory for n integers and initializes them to zero.

It is particularly useful when you want to ensure that the allocated memory is
initialized.

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Difference Between malloc() and calloc():

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Summary:

Dynamic memory allocation in C is used to allocate memory during program

execution.

malloc() allocates memory but does not initialize it, while calloc() allocates memory
and initializes it to zero.

Both functions return a pointer to the allocated memory, and free() is used to release
the memory after use.

Q.5 (a) What do you mean by Preprocessor Directives? Discuss Unconditional

Directives with Example.
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What are Preprocessor Directives?

In C programming, preprocessor directives are special instructions that are

processed by the preprocessor before the actual compilation of the program. These
directives are not part of the C language itself but provide instructions for modifying
the source code before it is compiled. Preprocessor directives typically start with a #
symbol.

The preprocessor directives are executed before the code is compiled, and they are
used to:

1. Include files

2. Define constants or macros

3. Control conditional compilation

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Unconditional Directives

Unconditional preprocessor directives are those that are always executed,

regardless of any conditions. They are used for basic operations that need to be
performed for the entire program without any checks or conditions. Some common
unconditional preprocessor directives include:

1. #include:

This directive is used to include header files in a program. It is used to bring in the
standard library or user-defined header files.

Syntax:

#include <header_file> // Standard library

#include "header_file" // User-defined header file
Example:

#include <stdio.h> // Includes the standard input-output library

#include "myheader.h" // Includes a user-defined header file

#include <stdio.h> is used to include the standard input-output library, which allows
using functions like printf() and scanf().

2. #define:

This directive is used to define constants or macros. Constants are values that do
not change throughout the program.

Syntax:

#define CONSTANT_NAME value

Example:

#define PI 3.14159
#define SQUARE(x) ((x) * (x)) // Macro to calculate the square of a number

#define PI 3.14159 defines a constant PI with the value 3.14159.

#define SQUARE(x) defines a macro to calculate the square of a given number x.

3. #undef:

This directive is used to undefine a previously defined macro. This is helpful if you
want to cancel the definition of a constant or macro.

Syntax:

#undef CONSTANT_NAME

Example:
#define MAX_SIZE 100
// Some code
#undef MAX_SIZE // Now MAX_SIZE is no longer defined

4. #if, #else, #endif (Conditional Compilation):

Although this is a conditional directive, it works like an unconditional directive when

the condition is always true.

Example:

#if 1 // This condition is always true

printf("This will always be executed\n");
#endif

Summary of Unconditional Directives:

#include: Includes header files.

#define: Defines constants and macros.

#undef: Undefines a previously defined constant or macro.

#if: Used to check conditions, which can also be always true.

These directives are processed before the compilation of the program.

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Q.5 (b) Write a C Program which Accepts Input from the User to Multiply Two
Matrices.

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C Program for Matrix Multiplication

Matrix multiplication involves multiplying two matrices. The number of columns of
the first matrix must be equal to the number of rows of the second matrix. The
resulting matrix will have the number of rows of the first matrix and the number of
columns of the second matrix.

Steps for Matrix Multiplication:

1. Accept the number of rows and columns for both matrices.

2. Accept elements of both matrices.

3. Multiply the matrices element by element.

4. Display the result.

Program:

#include <stdio.h>

int main() {
int m, n, p, q;

// Input the dimensions of the first matrix

printf("Enter the number of rows and columns of the first matrix (m x n): ");
scanf("%d %d", &m, &n);

// Input the dimensions of the second matrix

printf("Enter the number of rows and columns of the second matrix (p x q): ");
scanf("%d %d", &p, &q);

// Check if matrix multiplication is possible

if (n != p) {
printf("Matrix multiplication is not possible.\n");
return 1; // Exit the program if the multiplication is not possible
}

int matrix1[m][n], matrix2[p][q], result[m][q];

// Input elements for the first matrix
printf("Enter elements of the first matrix:\n");
for (int i = 0; i < m; i++) {
for (int j = 0; j < n; j++) {
scanf("%d", &matrix1[i][j]);
}
}

// Input elements for the second matrix

printf("Enter elements of the second matrix:\n");
for (int i = 0; i < p; i++) {
for (int j = 0; j < q; j++) {
scanf("%d", &matrix2[i][j]);
}
}

// Initialize the result matrix with zeros

for (int i = 0; i < m; i++) {
for (int j = 0; j < q; j++) {
result[i][j] = 0;
}
}

// Perform matrix multiplication

for (int i = 0; i < m; i++) {
for (int j = 0; j < q; j++) {
for (int k = 0; k < n; k++) {
result[i][j] += matrix1[i][k] * matrix2[k][j];
}
}
}

// Output the result of multiplication

printf("Resultant matrix after multiplication:\n");
for (int i = 0; i < m; i++) {
for (int j = 0; j < q; j++) {
printf("%d ", result[i][j]);
}
printf("\n");
}

return 0;
}

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Explanation of the Program:

1. Input Dimensions:

The program first takes the dimensions of both matrices. For matrix multiplication to
be possible, the number of columns of the first matrix (n) must be equal to the
number of rows of the second matrix (p).

2. Input Matrix Elements:

It then takes input for the elements of both matrices.

3. Matrix Multiplication Logic:

The matrix multiplication is performed using three nested loops:

The outer two loops go through each element of the result matrix.

The innermost loop performs the summation of the products of the corresponding
elements.

4. Displaying Result:

After the multiplication is completed, the program displays the resulting matrix.

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Example Input/Output:

Input:

Enter the number of rows and columns of the first matrix (m x n): 2 3
Enter the number of rows and columns of the second matrix (p x q): 3 2
Enter elements of the first matrix:
123
456
Enter elements of the second matrix:
78
9 10
11 12
Resultant matrix after multiplication:
58 64
139 154

Explanation:

The first matrix is 2x3 and the second matrix is 3x2.

The resulting matrix is 2x2 because the number of rows of the first matrix (2) and the
number of columns of the second matrix (2) define the result matrix dimensions.

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Summary:

Preprocessor directives in C help manage code before compilation, with

unconditional directives like #include, #define, and #undef always being executed.

A C program to multiply matrices involves inputting matrix dimensions, accepting

elements, performing the multiplication, and displaying the result.
OR

Q.5 (a) How Files Can Be Managed in C? Explain Three Necessary Functions to
Access a File Randomly.

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File Management in C

In C, file management is handled using a set of file handling functions that allow
programs to read from and write to files. The operations on files are performed using
file pointers. The C standard library provides functions to create, read, write, and
manipulate files, making it essential for handling file operations in programs.

To work with files, we need to:

1. Open the file

2. Perform operations on the file (read/write)

3. Close the file after the operations are done

These operations are handled using functions defined in the stdio.h library, such as
fopen(), fclose(), fread(), fwrite(), etc.

Functions to Access a File Randomly

Random access to a file means that data can be read or written at any position in the
file, not necessarily in a sequential order. The following functions are commonly
used for random file access:

1. fseek():

The fseek() function is used to move the file pointer to a specific location within the
file. This allows random access to the file.

Syntax:

int fseek(FILE *file, long offset, int whence);

file: Pointer to the file to move the pointer in.

offset: The number of bytes to move the file pointer.

whence: Specifies the starting point for the offset. It can be SEEK_SET, SEEK_CUR,
or SEEK_END.

Example:

FILE *file = fopen("data.txt", "r");

fseek(file, 10, SEEK_SET); // Moves the pointer to the 10th byte from the start

2. ftell():

The ftell() function returns the current position of the file pointer.

Syntax:

long ftell(FILE *file);

Example:

FILE *file = fopen("data.txt", "r");

long position = ftell(file); // Returns the current position of the file pointer
printf("Current file position: %ld\n", position);

3. rewind():

The rewind() function resets the file pointer to the beginning of the file.

Syntax:

void rewind(FILE *file);

Example:

FILE *file = fopen("data.txt", "r");

rewind(file); // Moves the file pointer to the beginning
These three functions (fseek(), ftell(), and rewind()) are essential for accessing files
randomly and manipulating the position of the file pointer as needed.

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Q.5 (b) Write a C Program to Copy a Text File Which Accepts Source and Destination
File Name from Command Line Arguments.

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C Program to Copy a Text File Using Command Line Arguments

This program copies the contents of a source text file to a destination text file using
file handling functions. The file names (source and destination) are provided through
the command line arguments.

Program:

#include <stdio.h>
#include <stdlib.h>

int main(int argc, char *argv[]) {

FILE *source, *destination;
char ch;

// Check if the required command-line arguments are provided

if (argc != 3) {
printf("Usage: %s <source_file> <destination_file>\n", argv[0]);
return 1;
}

// Open the source file in read mode

source = fopen(argv[1], "r");
if (source == NULL) {
printf("Error: Could not open source file %s\n", argv[1]);
return 1;
}

// Open the destination file in write mode

destination = fopen(argv[2], "w");
if (destination == NULL) {
 printf("Error: Could not open destination file %s\n", argv[2]);
fclose(source); // Close the source file before exiting
return 1;
}

// Copy the contents from source to destination file

while ((ch = fgetc(source)) != EOF) {
fputc(ch, destination);
}

// Close both files

fclose(source);
fclose(destination);

printf("File copied successfully from %s to %s\n", argv[1], argv[2]);

return 0;
}

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Explanation of the Program:

1. Command Line Arguments:

The program accepts two command line arguments: the source file and the
destination file. It checks if exactly two arguments (source and destination file
names) are passed, and if not, it displays an error message and terminates.

2. File Handling:

The program opens the source file in "r" (read) mode and the destination file in "w"
(write) mode. If either of the files cannot be opened (due to reasons like file not
existing or permission issues), the program displays an error and terminates.

3. File Copying:
The program uses a loop to read one character at a time from the source file using
fgetc(). The character is then written to the destination file using fputc(). The loop
continues until the end of the source file is reached (EOF).

4. Closing Files:

After the file copying is done, both the source and destination files are closed using
fclose().

5. Error Handling:

The program includes basic error handling for file opening issues.

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Example Command Line Input/Output:

Command:

$ ./file_copy source.txt destination.txt

Output:

File copied successfully from source.txt to destination.txt

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Summary:

File management in C involves using functions like fopen(), fclose(), fgetc(), and
fputc() to manipulate files.

Random file access in C is possible with functions like fseek(), ftell(), and rewind().
The file copying program accepts source and destination file names as
command-line arguments and copies the contents of the source file to the
destination file.

Subject Name: Fundamental of Programming (FOP). Date: 03/01/2013

Here are the answers to the fill-in-the-blank questions, explained in an

easy-to-understand manner, based on the MCA Sem-1 GTU syllabus for 2024:

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1. ______ is not a correct variable type (float, real, int, char)

Answer: real
Explanation: real is not a valid variable type in C. The valid types in the options are
float (for decimal values), int (for integers), and char (for single characters).

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2. ________ is the correct operator to compare two variables (=, ==, :=, equal)
Answer: ==
Explanation: In C, == is the equality operator used to compare two variables. The =
operator is for assignment, and := is not used in C.

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3. **__________ is a correct comment (*/ Comments */, ** Comment , / Comment /, {

Comment })
Answer: / Comment /
Explanation: In C, multi-line comments are written between /* and */. The other
options are either invalid or used in other languages.

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4. Every function in C is followed by (Parameters, Parenthesis, Curly braces, None of
these)
Answer: Parenthesis
Explanation: In C, every function must have parentheses () after its name, even if
there are no parameters.

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5. ________ is not a valid escape code? (\t, \v, \f, \w)

Answer: \w
Explanation: Escape codes like \t (tab), \v (vertical tab), and \f (form feed) are valid in
C. \w is not a recognized escape sequence in C.

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6. To increase the value of c by one, which of the following statements is incorrect?

(c++; , c = c + 1; c + 1 => c; c += 1;)
Answer: c + 1 => c;
Explanation: The syntax c + 1 => c; is not valid in C. The correct statements are c++;,
c = c + 1;, and c += 1;.

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7. The result of a Relational operation is always ___________ (either True or False, is

less than or is more than, is equal or less or more, All of these)
Answer: either True or False
Explanation: Relational operators in C (like ==, !=, >, <, >=, <=) always return either 1
(true) or 0 (false).

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These answers are accurate and based on the C language concepts taught in the
MCA syllabus at GTU. Let me know if you need further clarification!

Here are the answers to the short questions with clear and concise explanations:

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1. How many times is the loop body executed in a do loop?

Answer: At least once.
Explanation: In a do-while loop, the body of the loop is executed at least once before
the condition is checked, unlike a while loop.

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2. What is the principal reason for passing arguments by reference?

Answer: To allow the function to modify the original variable.
Explanation: Passing by reference enables the function to directly access and
modify the actual variable, avoiding the creation of a copy and saving memory.

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3. What function returns the length of a string?

Answer: strlen()
Explanation: The strlen() function in C calculates and returns the number of
characters in a string, excluding the null terminator (\0).

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4. What are various storage classes supported by Turbo C?

Answer: The storage classes are:

auto
register

static

extern
Explanation: These define the scope, lifetime, and visibility of variables in a C
program.

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5. What is the difference between a compiler and an interpreter?

Answer:

A compiler translates the entire source code into machine code before execution.

An interpreter translates and executes code line by line.

Explanation: A compiler creates an executable file, whereas an interpreter executes
code directly without producing a separate file.

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6. What separates the three expressions of a for statement?

Answer: Semicolons (;).
Explanation: In a for loop, the initialization, condition, and increment expressions are
separated by semicolons. Example:
for (int i = 0; i < 10; i++)

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7. What delimiters are used to specify the beginning and ending of a literal (character
string) in C?
Answer: Double quotes (").
Explanation: In C, string literals are enclosed in double quotes, such as "Hello,
World!".

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Q-2 (A) General Form of do-while, while, and for Loop Statements with Examples

1. do-while Loop

The do-while loop ensures the body of the loop is executed at least once, as the
condition is checked after the loop body.

General Syntax:

do {
// Code to execute
} while (condition);

Example:

#include <stdio.h>
int main() {
int i = 1;
do {
printf("%d\n", i);
i++;
} while (i <= 5);
return 0;
}

Explanation:
This prints numbers 1 to 5. The do block runs at least once before checking the
condition i <= 5.

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2. while Loop
The while loop checks the condition before executing the loop body.

General Syntax:

while (condition) {
// Code to execute
}

Example:

#include <stdio.h>
int main() {
int i = 1;
while (i <= 5) {
printf("%d\n", i);
i++;
}
return 0;
}

Explanation:
This loop prints numbers 1 to 5, but the condition i <= 5 is checked before each
execution.

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3. for Loop

The for loop is compact and combines initialization, condition, and

increment/decrement in one line.

General Syntax:

for (initialization; condition; increment/decrement) {

// Code to execute
}

Example:

#include <stdio.h>
int main() {
 for (int i = 1; i <= 5; i++) {
printf("%d\n", i);
}
return 0;
}

Explanation:
This loop also prints numbers 1 to 5, but it's often used when the number of
iterations is known beforehand.

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Q-2 (B) Forms of if Statement and Conditional Operator with Examples

Forms of if Statement

1. Simple if Statement: Executes a block of code if the condition is true.

if (condition) {
// Code to execute
}

Example:

int x = 10;
if (x > 5) {
printf("x is greater than 5\n");
}

2. if-else Statement: Executes one block of code if the condition is true, and another
if it's false.

if (condition) {
// Code if true
} else {
// Code if false
}

Example:

int x = 10;
if (x > 5) {
printf("x is greater than 5\n");
} else {
printf("x is 5 or less\n");
}

3. if-else if-else Ladder: Checks multiple conditions in sequence.

if (condition1) {
// Code for condition1
} else if (condition2) {
// Code for condition2
} else {
// Code if all conditions are false
}

Example:

int x = 10;
if (x > 10) {
printf("x is greater than 10\n");
} else if (x == 10) {
printf("x is 10\n");
} else {
printf("x is less than 10\n");
}

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Conditional Operator (?:)

The conditional operator is a shorthand for if-else.

Syntax:

condition ? expression1 : expression2;

Example:
#include <stdio.h>
int main() {
int x = 10, y = 5;
int max = (x > y) ? x : y; // Returns the larger value
printf("The larger value is: %d\n", max);
return 0;
}

Explanation:
If x > y, x is returned; otherwise, y is returned.

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Q-2 (B) General Form of switch-case and goto Statements with Examples

switch-case Statement

Used for multi-way branching based on a variable's value.

General Syntax:

switch (expression) {
case value1:
// Code for case 1
break;
case value2:
// Code for case 2
break;
...
default:
// Code if no case matches
}

Example:

#include <stdio.h>
int main() {
int day = 3;
switch (day) {
case 1:
printf("Monday\n");
break;
 case 2:
printf("Tuesday\n");
break;
case 3:
printf("Wednesday\n");
break;
default:
printf("Invalid day\n");
}
return 0;
}

Explanation:
The program checks the value of day and executes the matching case. The break
prevents execution of subsequent cases.

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goto Statement

Used to jump to a specific label within a program. Avoided in structured

programming.

General Syntax:

label:
// Code
...
goto label;

Example:

#include <stdio.h>
int main() {
int x = 1;
start:
if (x <= 5) {
printf("%d\n", x);
x++;
goto start;
}
return 0;
}

Explanation:
The goto statement jumps back to the start label, creating a loop-like behavior.

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Q-3 (A) Basic Structure of C Programs and Desirable Program Characteristics

(Programming Aims)

Basic Structure of a C Program

A C program follows a specific structure divided into the following components:

1. Preprocessor Directives:

Begins with # and is used to include libraries or define macros.

Example: #include<stdio.h> includes the standard I/O library.

2. Global Declarations:

Variables or functions declared outside main() that are accessible throughout the
program.

3. Main Function:

Entry point of the program. Every C program must have a main() function.

Syntax:

int main() {
// Statements
return 0;
}
4. Variable Declarations:

Local variables are declared within functions.

5. Statements and Expressions:

Contains the logic of the program in the form of statements and function calls.

6. Functions:

Reusable code blocks for specific tasks, called from the main() or other functions.

Example of a Simple C Program:

#include<stdio.h> // Preprocessor Directive

// Function Declaration
void greet();

int main() { // Main Function

printf("Hello, World!\n"); // Statement
greet(); // Function Call
return 0;
}

void greet() { // Function Definition

printf("Welcome to C Programming!\n");
}

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Desirable Program Characteristics (Programming Aims)

1. Clarity and Readability:

Write code that is easy to understand and maintain. Use meaningful variable names
and proper indentation.

2. Efficiency:

Programs should be optimized for speed and memory usage.

3. Modularity:

Divide code into functions or modules to improve reusability and debugging.

4. Correctness:

The program must produce the expected output for all valid inputs.

5. Error Handling:

Include checks to handle invalid input and runtime errors gracefully.

6. Portability:

The code should work across different platforms with minimal changes.

7. Documentation:

Add comments and documentation to help other programmers understand the logic.
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Q-3 (B) Storage Classes in C

What does a Storage Class Tell Us?

A storage class in C determines:

1. Scope: Where the variable can be accessed (local/global).

2. Lifetime: How long the variable exists during program execution.

3. Linkage: Whether the variable is shared across multiple files.

Types of Storage Classes:

1. auto (Automatic):

Default for local variables.

Scope: Function/block-level.

Lifetime: Until the function ends.

void func() {
auto int x = 5;
}

2. register:

Suggests storing variables in CPU registers for faster access.

Scope: Local.

register int count = 10;

3. static:

Retains the variable's value across multiple function calls.

Scope: Local or global.

void func() {
static int counter = 0;
counter++;
printf("%d\n", counter);
}

4. extern:

Declares a global variable defined in another file.

Scope: Global.

extern int x; // Defined elsewhere

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Q-3 (A) Arrays in C

What is an Array?
An array is a collection of variables of the same data type stored in contiguous
memory locations. It is used to store multiple values under a single variable name.

Declaration of Arrays:

data_type array_name[size];

Example:
int numbers[5];

Rules for Naming Arrays:

1. Must begin with a letter or underscore.

2. Cannot contain special characters (except _).

3. Cannot be a reserved keyword.

Initialization of Arrays:

int numbers[5] = {1, 2, 3, 4, 5}; // Explicit initialization

int values[] = {10, 20, 30}; // Compiler determines the size

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Q-3 (B) Program to Sort Array and Find Min/Max

Program:

#include<stdio.h>
int main() {
int n, i, j, temp, min, max;

// Input array size

printf("Enter the number of elements: ");
scanf("%d", &n);

int arr[n];

// Input elements
printf("Enter %d elements: ", n);
for(i = 0; i < n; i++) {
scanf("%d", &arr[i]);
}

// Sorting in ascending order

 for(i = 0; i < n-1; i++) {
for(j = i+1; j < n; j++) {
if(arr[i] > arr[j]) {
temp = arr[i];
arr[i] = arr[j];
arr[j] = temp;
}
}
}

// Finding minimum and maximum

min = arr[0];
max = arr[n-1];

// Output sorted array

printf("Sorted Array: ");
for(i = 0; i < n; i++) {
printf("%d ", arr[i]);
}
printf("\n");

// Output min and max

printf("Minimum: %d\n", min);
printf("Maximum: %d\n", max);

return 0;
}

Explanation:

1. The user enters the array size and elements.

2. Sorting is done using two nested loops (Bubble Sort).

3. The smallest and largest elements are the first and last in the sorted array.

4. The sorted array, minimum, and maximum are printed.

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Q-4 (A) Structures in C

What is a Structure?

A structure in C is a user-defined data type that allows grouping variables of different

data types into a single unit. It is useful for representing a record with multiple
attributes.

How to Define a Structure?

The struct keyword is used to define a structure.

Syntax:

struct structure_name {
data_type member1;
data_type member2;
...
};

Example:

struct Student {
int id;
char name[50];
float marks;
};

Purpose of Structure

1. Group related data under one name.

2. Enable better organization of complex data.

3. Represent records in databases, such as students, employees, etc.

Difference Between Array and Structure

What is a Structure Tag? What is Its Purpose?

A structure tag is the name given to a structure to reference it later in the program.

Purpose: To create variables of the structure type.

Example:

struct Student {
int id;
char name[50];
} s1; // s1 is a variable of Student structure

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Q-4 (B) Pointer Variables

What is a Pointer Variable?

A pointer is a variable that stores the memory address of another variable.

How to Declare a Pointer?

Pointers are declared using the * symbol.

Syntax:

data_type *pointer_name;

Example:

int x = 10;
int *p = &x; // p stores the address of x

Types of Pointers

1. Null Pointer: Points to nothing (NULL).

2. Void Pointer: Points to any data type.

3. Function Pointer: Points to a function.

4. Array Pointer: Points to an array.

Advantages of Using Pointers

1. Dynamic memory allocation.

2. Easy access to array elements and structures.

3. Facilitates call by reference in functions.

Permissible Operations on Pointers

1. Assigning addresses to pointers.

2. Incrementing or decrementing pointers.

3. Comparing pointers.

Non-Permissible Operations on Pointers

1. Adding two pointers.

2. Multiplying or dividing pointers.

3. Assigning random values to pointers without initialization.

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Q-4 (A) Bit Fields in C

What is a Bit Field?

A bit field is a structure member that occupies a specific number of bits rather than a
full data type. It is useful for memory optimization.

How to Declare Bit Fields?

Bit fields are declared using structures.

Syntax:

struct struct_name {
data_type member_name : number_of_bits;
};

Example:

struct Flags {
unsigned int flag1 : 1;
unsigned int flag2 : 2;
unsigned int flag3 : 3;
};

Rules for Declaring Bit Fields

1. Bit fields must be of integral type (int, unsigned int, etc.).

2. The size of the bit field must not exceed the size of its base type.

3. Bit fields cannot have pointers.

Example Program:

#include <stdio.h>
struct Flags {
unsigned int is_active : 1;
unsigned int permission : 3;
};

int main() {
struct Flags f;
f.is_active = 1;
f.permission = 5;

printf("Is Active: %d\n", f.is_active);

printf("Permission: %d\n", f.permission);
return 0;
}

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Q-4 (B) Enumerated Data Type

What is an Enumerated Data Type?

An enumerated type (enum) is a user-defined type that assigns names to integer

constants, improving code readability.

How to Declare Enumerated Data Types?

Syntax:

enum enum_name {
constant1, constant2, ..., constantN
};

Example:

enum Days {
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
};

Rules

1. By default, the first constant is 0, and the values increment by 1.

2. Specific values can be assigned.

Example Program:

#include <stdio.h>
enum Days { Sunday = 1, Monday, Tuesday };

int main() {
enum Days today;
today = Tuesday;
printf("Today is day number: %d\n", today);
return 0;
}

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Q-5 (A) What is Recursion? What Advantage Is There in Its Use? Explain With
Example

What is Recursion?

Recursion is a programming technique where a function calls itself directly or

indirectly to solve a problem. Each recursive call processes a smaller version of the
original problem until a base condition is met, terminating the recursion.

Advantages of Recursion

1. Simplifies code for problems that are naturally recursive (e.g., factorial, Fibonacci
series, tree traversal).

2. Reduces the need for complex loops and manual stack management.
3. Improves code readability for specific problems.

Example: Calculate Factorial Using Recursion

#include <stdio.h>

// Recursive Function to Calculate Factorial

int factorial(int n) {
if (n == 0) // Base Case
return 1;
else
return n * factorial(n - 1); // Recursive Case
}

int main() {
int num = 5;
printf("Factorial of %d is %d\n", num, factorial(num));
return 0;
}

Explanation:

If n = 5, the function computes:

5 * factorial(4) = 5 * (4 * factorial(3)) = ... = 5 * 4 * 3 * 2 * 1 = 120.

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Q-5 (B) String Handling Functions in C

String Handling Functions

String handling functions are part of the <string.h> library in C, providing tools for
manipulation and analysis of strings.

Seven Common String Functions

1. strlen(): Calculates the length of a string (excluding the null terminator).

Example:
#include <string.h>
printf("Length of string: %lu\n", strlen("Hello")); // Output: 5

2. strcpy(): Copies a string from source to destination.

Example:

char src[] = "Hello";

char dest[10];
strcpy(dest, src);
printf("%s\n", dest); // Output: Hello

3. strcat(): Concatenates two strings.

Example:

char str1[20] = "Hello";

char str2[] = " World";
strcat(str1, str2);
printf("%s\n", str1); // Output: Hello World

4. strcmp(): Compares two strings lexicographically.

Example:

if (strcmp("abc", "abc") == 0)
printf("Strings are equal\n");

5. strrev(): Reverses a string.

Example:

char str[] = "Hello";

printf("%s\n", strrev(str)); // Output: olleH

6. strchr(): Finds the first occurrence of a character in a string.

Example:

char *ptr = strchr("Hello", 'e');

printf("Character found at: %s\n", ptr); // Output: ello
7. strstr(): Finds the first occurrence of a substring.
Example:

char *ptr = strstr("Hello World", "World");

printf("%s\n", ptr); // Output: World

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Q-5 (A) File Handling Modes in C

C provides various modes for opening a file to read, write, or append data.

File Opening Modes

1. "r" (Read): Opens an existing file for reading.

Fails if the file doesn’t exist.

2. "w" (Write): Opens a file for writing.

Creates a new file if it doesn’t exist.

3. "a" (Append): Opens a file for appending data.

Creates a new file if it doesn’t exist.

4. "r+" (Read and Write): Opens an existing file for both reading and writing.

5. "w+" (Write and Read): Creates or overwrites a file for both reading and writing.
6. "a+" (Append and Read): Opens a file for appending and reading.

Example Program: Write and Read a File

#include <stdio.h>
int main() {
FILE *file = fopen("example.txt", "w");
if (file) {
fprintf(file, "Hello, File Handling in C!");
fclose(file);
}
file = fopen("example.txt", "r");
if (file) {
char buffer[50];
fscanf(file, "%[^\n]", buffer);
printf("File Content: %s\n", buffer);
fclose(file);
}
return 0;
}

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Q-5 (B) Preprocessor in C

What is a Preprocessor?

The preprocessor processes the source code before compilation. It begins with a #
symbol and performs tasks like macro expansion, file inclusion, conditional
compilation, etc.

Types of Preprocessor Directives

1. Macros:
Replace code with a predefined value or expression.
Example:

#define PI 3.14
printf("Value of PI: %f\n", PI);
2. File Inclusion:
Includes the contents of a file.
Example:

#include<stdio.h>

3. Conditional Compilation:
Compiles code selectively based on conditions.
Example:

#ifdef DEBUG
printf("Debug mode enabled");
#endif

4. Line Control:
Specifies line numbers for debugging.
Example:

#line 100
printf("This is line 100.\n");

5. Error Directive:
Displays an error during preprocessing.
Example:

#error Compilation failed!

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