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CHAPTER I - OBJECT ORIENTED CONCEPTS USING C++

1. What is an object ? or What is the significance of an object ? [Mar 07, June 08, Oct 09, June 10]
An object is a group of related functions and data that serves those functions.
An object is a kind of a self-sufficient “subprogram” with a specific functional area.
2. Define Encapsulation. OR What is Encapsulation. [Oct 07, Mar 08, Oct 10, Mar 10]
The mechanism by which the data and functions are bound together within an object definition is
called as ENCAPSULATION.
3. Define Polymorphism. [Mar 09, 11]
The ability of an object to respond differently to different messages is called as polymorphism.
4. Differentiate between Polymorphism & Inheritance.

Polymorphism Inheritance

The ability of an object to respond differently to It is a process of creating new classes called
different messages is called as polymorphism derived classes, from the existing or base
classes

Reduces software complexity Reusability of code

5. What is Data hiding or Abstraction ?
Data hiding or Abstraction of data provides security to data, as unrelated member functions(functions
defined outside the class) cannot access its data, or rather it reveals only the essential features of an
object while curtailing the access of data.
6. List any two advantages of OOP. [June 09]
Class data type allows programs to organize as objects the contain both data and functions.
Data hiding or Abstraction of data provides security to data, as unrelated member functions(functions
defined outside the class) cannot access its data, or rather it reveals only the essential features of an
object while curtailing the access of data.

CHAPTER 2 - OVERVIEW OF C++
1. What are tokens ? Write the classification of tokens. [June 08, Oct 09]
A token is the smallest individual unit in a program. The basic types are collectively called as TOKENS.
They are classified into Keywords, Identifiers, Constants, Operators and Punctuators.
2. What are keywords ? Give examples. [March 09]
Keywords have special meaning to the language compiler. These are reserved words for special
purpose. These words cannot be used as normal identifiers. Example : break, auto, static, switch.

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3. What are identifiers ? [Mar 11]
Identifiers are also called as variables. Variables are memory boxes that hold values or constants. A
variable name must begin with an alphabet or underscore followed by alphabets or numbers. For
example _test ; test ; sum12 are some valid identifiers.
4. What are constants ?
Constants are data items whose values cannot be changed. A constant is of numeric or non-numeric
type. Numeric constants consist of only numbers, either whole numbers or decimal numbers. Integer,
floating-point are numeric constants.
5. What do you mean by character constants ?
Character constant is a constant that contains a single character enclosed within single quotes. It can
be any character as defined in the character set of C++ language (alphabet, numeral, mathematical,
relational or any other special character as part of the ASCII set).
6. What is string literal ? [June 09]
String Literal is a sequence of characters surrounded by double quotes. String literals are treated as
array of characters. Each string literal is by default added with a special character ‘0’ which marks the
end of a string. For example “testing”.
7. Define Operator & Operand. Give example.
Operator specifies an operation to be performed that yields a value. An operand is an entity on which
an operator acts.
For example :
RESULT = NUM1 + NUM2
NUM1 and NUM2 are operands. + is the additional operator, that performs the addition of the
numbers. The result (value) generated is stored in the variable RESULT by virtue of “=” (Assignment)
operator.
8. What are the operators specific to C++ ? [June 08]
:: scope resolution operator
.* Dereference operator
->* Dereference operator to class member
9. What are Arithmetic Operators ?
Arithmetic Operators are used to perform mathematical operations. The list of arithmetic operators are :
+ addition
- subtraction
* multiplication operator
/ division operator
% modulus operator - gives the remainder of an integer divison
10. Define Association.
Operators are executed in the order of precedence. The operands and the operators are grouped in a
specific logical way for evaluation. This logical grouping is called as association.


11. Tabulate the order of precedence for arithmetic operators.
Operator Precedence Type Associativity
() [] Mathematical Left to right
Postfix ++, -- , - Unary Left to right
prefix ++, -- Right to left
+unary , - unary mathematical Right to left
Right to left
*/% Mathematical –binary Left to right
+- Mathematical– binary Left to right
12. What are relational operators ? [Mar – 08]
Relational Operators are used to compare values. The list of relational operators are :
== equal to
> greater than
< lesser than
>=, <= greater than or equal to, lesser that or equal to
!= not equal to
Relational operators are used to compare numeric values. A relational expression is constructed using
any two operands connected by a relational operator.
13. What are logical operators ?
Logical operators combines the results of one or more conditions. The various logical operators are
&& (AND) , || (OR) , ! (NOT). The Logical operators have lower precedence to relational and arithmetic
operators.
14. What do you mean you mean by conditional operator ? [Mar, Oct – 07]
(num1 > num2) ? “true”:”else” - ?: Is a ternary operator – (num1>num2,”true”,”false” are the
operands. A ternary operator ( ?:) is also called as conditional operator. The general syntax is E1 ? E2 :
E3 where E1,E2,E3 are operands.
max = (num1 > num2) ? num1 : num2;
The variable max will take the value of num1 if num1 is greater than num2, otherwise max will be
assigned with the value of num2.
15. What are assignment operators ? [July 07, June 07]
= is the simple assignment operator. It is used to assign the result of an expression (on the right hand
side) to the variable (on the left hand side of the operator). In addition to the simple assignment
operator, there are 10 ‘shorthand’ assignment operators .
16. What are data types ? Mention its types.
Data Types are the kind of data that variables hold in a programming language. The ability to divide
data into different types in C++ enables one to work with complex objects. They can be broadly
classified into the following three categories. (i) User defined type, (ii) Built-in type & (iii) Derived
type.


17. What is user-defined data type ? [June 07, July 07]
User Defined Data Type enables a programmer to invent his/her own data type and define values it
can assume. Users can define a variable that would represent an existing data type. User-defined data
types are : Structure, Union, Class & Enumeration.
18. Write a note on typedef in C++. [Mar 08, 10, Oct 08, 09]
“Type definition” allow users to define such user defined data type identifier. It helps in creating
meaningful data type identifiers, that would increase the readability of the program.
The syntax : typedef data_type user_defined_data_type_identifier;
For example:
typedef int marks;
typedef char grade;
The data type identifiers marks and grade are user defined identifiers for int and char respectively.
19. Write a note on enumerated data type. [Oct – 07]
enumerated data type helps users in creating a list of identifiers, also called as symbolic numeric
constants of the type int.
The syntax :
enum data type identifier (value 1, value 2, … value n);
Examples :
enum working_days (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday);
enum holidays (Sunday, Saturday);
The identifiers working_days , holidays are user defined data type. Monday, Tuesday … is the list of
values also called as enumeration constants or numeric constants.
20. What is Storage class ? Name the four storage specifiers. [Oct 07, 10, June 09]
Storage Class is another qualifier (like long or unsigned) that can be added to a variable declaration.
The four storage specifiers are auto, static, extern and register. static and register variables are
automatically initialized to zero when they are declared. Auto variables are not initialized with
appropriate values based on their data type. These variables get undefined values known as garbage.
21. What is the purpose of void data type ? [Mar 07, 08, June 10]
Void type has two important purposes :
To indicate the a function does not return a value
To declare a generic pointer
22. What is derived data type ?
These are built from the basic integer and floating type (built in type) or user defined data types.
For example
int num_array[5] = {1,2,3,4,5};
chardayname*7+*3+ = ,Sun”,”Mon”,”Tue”,”Wed”,”Thu”, ”Fri”,”Sat”-;


num_array stores 5 values. Each element is accessed using the positional value of the element in the
array. The position numbering commences from zero. num_array[0] stores value 1 and num_array[4]
stores value 5.
23. What do you mean by pointer variables ? [June 07, 08, 10]
A pointer is a variable that holds a memory address. Pointers provide the means through which the
memory locations of a variable can be directly accessed. Addresses are numbers just as our house
numbers. The address number starts at NULL and goes up from there.. 1, 2 , 3…..
24. How ordinary variables are different from pointer variables ? [June 07, July 07, Mar 08, Oct 10]
Pointer variables can store the address of other variables. But the addresses stored in pointer
variables are not of the same data type as this pointer variable is pointing to. The asterix ( * ) is used
to declare a pointer variable It is used to display the contents stored at a location. It is a unary
operator.
25. What are variables ?
Variables are user defined named entities of memory locations that can store data. The name
assigned to a data field that can assume any of a given set of values is defined as the variable.
The statement int num;
num = 5;
may be interpreted as “ num is a variable of the type integer “. The assignment statement num = 5
may be interpreted as the value 5 is stored in the variable num.
26. How do you declare a variable ?
Variables are allocated memory to store data. Compiler allocates memory, based on the data type of
the variable. Hence variables must be declared before they are used.
Example : int a;
float f1,f2;
char name[10],choice;
27. How do you declare pointer variable ? [Oct 08]
int * iptr;
Name of the pointer variable
Instructs the compiler that the variable is pointer ( it will hold an address)
Indicates that the pointer will point to an int data type
The declaration statement int *ptr may be read as ptr is a pointer variable of the type int. The variable
ptr can only store addresses that hold integer values.
28. What do you mean by modifier ? Mention its impact of modifiers. [Mar 07, 09, 10, 11]
The modifier alters the base data type to yield new data type.
The impact of modifiers :
unsigned modifies the range of the integer values as the sign bit is also used to store data.
long increases the bytes for a particular data type, thus increasing the range of values.


29. What is the use of sizeof operator ? [June 10]
sizeof is an operator that returns the size (memory requirement) in terms of bytes, of the given
expression or data type.
30. Write the importance of typecast ? [Oct 09]
Type cast refers to the process of changing the data type of the value stored in a variable. The
statement (float) 7 converts the numeric constant 7 to float type. Type cast is achieved by prefixing
the variable or value with the required data type.
The syntax is : (data type) <variable/value> or data type (variable/constant) .

CHAPTER 3 – BASIC STATEMENTS

1. Write a note on declaration statements in C++.
Variables used in the declaration statements need to be declared and defined before they are
used in a program. Declaration of a variable introduces a variable’s name and its associated data
type.
Declaration statements are used to declare user defined data type identifiers, function headers,
pointer variables. If a declaration also sets aside memory for the variable it is called as definition.
2. What are control statements or control structures ? what are the two main category of control
statements ? [Oct – 07]
Program statements that cause such jumps are called as control statements or control structures. The
two major categories of control structures are Decision making statements and Looping statements.
3. What is continue statement ? [July 07, June 07]
The continue statement forces the next iteration of the loop to take place, skipping any code following
the continue statement in the loop body.
4. What do you know about assignment statements in C++ ? [Mar 08]
An assignment statement, assigns value on the right hand side of an expression to the variable on the
left hand side of the assignment operator. “=” is the assignment operator.
5. Explain if statement in C++ ? [Mar 10]
if statement : is the simplest of all the decision statements. It is implemented in two forms.
• Simple if statement
• if .. else statement


# include <iostream.h>
# include <conio.h>
void main()
{
int a;
clrscr();
cout << “nEnter a number “;
cin >> a;
if ( a%2 == 0)
cout << “nThe given number “ << a << “is even”;
else
cout << “nThe given number “ << a << “is odd”;
getch();
}
In the above program “The given number 10 is even” is printed if the expression is evaluated to
true, otherwise statement following else option will be executed.
6. Explain Nested if statement in C++ ? [Oct – 07, Oct 08, 09]
The statement sequence of if or else may contain another if statement ie., the if .. else statements can
be nested within one another. In an nested if .. else statement, “Each else matches with the nearest
unmatched preceding if”.


For example

Working of the above example :
• Grade = ‘A’ and basic == 5501, then incentive gets the value 550.
• Grade = ‘A’ and basic = = 5000, then incentive gets the value 250.
• Grade <> ‘A’ – the inner if will not be executed , the outer else will be executed and thus
prints “Try to attain Grade A.
7. What are the various sections of a C++ program ? [June 09]
include files
declaration of variables, data type, user-defined functions
main() function
8. Explain switch statement in C++ or Explain multiple branching statement.
[Jun 08, 10, Oct 08, 09, Mar 09, 10]
This is a multiple branching statement where, based on a condition, the control is transferred to one
of the many possible points. Every action block should be terminated with a break statement.
Otherwise all action blocks are executed sequentially from the point where the control has been
transferred based on the condition.
This is implemented as follows :

The following program demonstrates the use of switch statement.


// to demonstrate the use of switch statement
# include <conio.h>
void main()
{
int a, remainder;
cout << “nEnter a number ...”;
cin >> a;
remainder = a % 3;
switch (remainder)
{
case 1 :
cout << “nRemainder is one”;
break;
case 2 :
cout << “nRemainder is two”;
break;
default:
cout << “nThe given number is divisible by 3”;
break;
}
getch();
}
The above program displays
• Remainder is two if a = 5 or so
• The given number is divisble by 3, if a = 9 or so
Or in other words the above program checks for divisibility by 3 and prints messages accordingly.
9. List the rules for the formation of nested loops. [June 10]
An outer loop and inner loop cannot have the same control variable, as it will lead to logical errors.
The inner loop must be completely nested inside the loop, irrespective of the test expression.
10. Define Looping.
Loops execute a set of instructions repeatedly for a certain number of times. A looping block consists
of two segments viz., the body of the loop and the control statement. The control statement checks
the condition, based on which directs the control back to the body of the loop to execute the segment
repeatedly.
11. Explain the general working of Loop.
Loops execute a set of instructions repeatedly for a certain number of times.
A looping block consists of two segments viz., the body of the loop and the control statement. The
control statement checks the condition, based on which directs the control back to the body of
the loop to execute the segment repeatedly.
Loops are unconditionally executed at least once, if the condition is placed at the end of the body of
the loop. Based on the position of the condition, the loops are classified as Entry-Check loop and
Exit Check Loop .
In general, a looping process would work in the following manner :


 Initializes the condition variable
 Executes the segment of the body
 Increments the value of the condition variable as required
 Tests the condition variable in the form of a relational
 expression. Based on the value of the relational expression
 the control is either transferred to the beginning of the block,
 or it quits the loop.
There are three kinds of loops in C++, the for loop, the while loop and the do .. while loop.
9. Explain do … while loop.
do … while <(condition)> is called as exit- check loop, as the condition(test expression) marks the last
statement of the body of the loop.
The construct of a do .. while loop is :
do
{
action block;
} while <(condition)>

Look at the following program
# include <conio.h>
// to print the square of numbers between 2 to 5
void main( )
{
clrscr();
int num = 2;
do
{
cout << num * num << ‘t’;
num += 1;
}
while (num < 6);
getch();
}
A. Identify the
1. control variable used .
2. Identify the statements that form the body of the loop
3. The test expression
B. How many times will the loop be executed ?
C. What is the output of the program?
D. What type of loop is this ?
1. Enters the loop
2. Prints the square of num
3. Increments the control variable by 2
4. Evaluates the condition , based on which the control
is transferred to step 2
5. End


10. Explain while loop in C++. Or Explain Entry check loops. [Jul – 07]
while <(condition)>, … - loop : is called as the entry-check loop.
The basic syntax is :
while <(condition)>
{
action block;
}
The body of the while loop will be executed only if the test expression results true placed in the
while statement. The control exits the loop once the test expression is evaluated to false.
# include <conio.h>
// to print the square of numbers between 2 to 5
void main()
{
clrscr();
int num = 2;
while (num < 6)
{
cout << num * num << ‘t’;
num += 1;
}
getch();
}

The working of the above loop as follows :
1. Initialises the control variable num to 2
2. The test expression num < 2 is evaluated, control is transferred to step 3, only if the test
expression is TRUE
3. Prints the square of the value stored in num
4. Increments num by 1
5. Control is transferred to step 2
6. End
11. Explain any one of the loops in C++ with example. [Mar 07, 08]
12. Explain for loop in C++. Or Explain Entry check loops. [Jul – 07, Mar 11, Oct 10]
for loop is an entry controlled loop and is used when an action is to be repeated for a
predetermined number of times.
The syntax is :
for(intial value ; test-condition ; increment)
{
action block;
}
The general working of for(;;)loop is :


1. The control variable is initialized the first time when the control enters the loop for the first time
2. Test condition is evaluated. The body of the loop is executed only if the condition is
TRUE. Hence for(;;) loop is called as entry controlled loop.
3. On repetition of the loop, the control variable is incremented and the test condition will
be evaluated before the body of the loop is executed.
4. The loop is terminated when the test condition evaluates to false.
The following program illustrates for(;;) loop :
# include <conio.h>
void main()
{
int i,fact = 1;
for(i = 1; i < 6; i++)
fact *= i;
cout << “nThe factorial of the number is ..” << fact;
}

13. What is break and continue statement ? [Mar 11]
A loop’s execution is terminated when the test condition evaluates to false. Under certain situations
one desires to terminate the loop , irrespective of the test expression.
The continue statement forces the next iteration of the loop to take place, skipping any code following
the continue statement in the loop body.
14. What is nested loop. Mention the rules for the formation of nested loop.
It is possible to nest loop construct inside the body of another.
1. An outer loop and inner loop cannot have the same control variable, as it will lead to logical errors
2. The inner loop must be completely nested inside the body of the outer loop.


CHAPTER 4 – Functions
1. Define functions.
Functions are the building blocks of C++ programs. Functions are also the executable segments in a
program. The starting point for the execution of a program is main ( ).
2. What are the advantages of functions. [Jun 07, Oct 07, 09, Mar 10]
Reduce the size of the program.
Reusability of code (function fact is executed more than once)
A function can be shared by other programs by compiling it separately and loading them together.
3. What is the purpose of using function prototype statement ? [Mar 09]
The main purpose of function prototype is to help the compiler to check the data requirement of
the function.
With function prototyping, a template is always used when declaring and defining a function. When
a function is called, the compiler uses the template to ensure that proper arguments are passed,
and the return value is treated correctly.
Any violation in matching of the arguments or the return types will be treated as errors by compiler,
and flagged at the time of compilation.
4. What is the general syntax of using function prototype statement ? [Mar 11]
Functions should be declared before they are used in a program. Declaration of a function is made
through a function prototype.
The general syntax of a function prototype
<type > <function identifier > <arguments);
For example :
void fun (char);
int max (int, int);
int max (int a, int b);
5. What is calling a function ?
A function can be called or invoked from another function by using its name. The function name may
include a set of actual parameters, enclosed in parentheses separated by commas.
6. Explain call by value method in function with suitable example. [Oct – 07]
7. Explain call by reference method in which the change in formal parameter is reflected back in the
actual parameter. [Oct – 07, Mar 08]
8. What are the different ways of passing parameters in C++ functions ?
[Mar 07, 10, Oct 07, 09, June 08]
The call statement communicates with the function through arguments or parameters.


In C++, functions that have arguments can be invoked by
_ Call by value
_ Call by reference
Call by Value
In this method, the called function creates new variables to store the value of the arguments passed
to it. This method copies the values of actual parameters (parameters associated with call
statement) into the formal parameters (the parameters associated with function header), thus the
function creates its own copy of arguments and then uses them.
// To exchange values
# include <conio.h>
void swap (int n1, int n2)
{
int temp;
temp = n1;
n1 = n2;
n2 = temp;
cout << “n values of n1 & n2 are “<<n1<<‘t’<<n2<<‘n’;
}

void main ( )
{
int m1 = 10, m2 = 20;
clrscr ( );
cout <<“n Values before invoking swap” << m1 << ‘t’ << m2;
cout << “n Calling swap..”;
swap (m1, m2);
cout << “n Back to main.. Values are” << m1 << ‘t’ << m2;
getch ( );
}

Output
Values before invoking swap 10 20
Calling swap …..
values of n1 & n2 are 20 10
Back to main…… Values are 10 20
When arguments are passed by value, the called function creates new variables of the same data
type as the arguments passed to it. The values of these arguments are copied into the newly created


variables. Hence, changes or modifications that are made to formal parameters are not reflected in
the actual parameters.

Call by reference [Mar 08, 11]
In this method, the called function arguments - formal parameters become alias to the actual
parameters in the calling function. This means that when the function is working with its own
arguments, it is actually working on the original data.
// To exchange values
# include <conio.h>
void swap (int &n1, int &n2)
{
int temp;
temp = n1;
n1 = n2;
n2 = temp;
cout << “n values of n1 & n2 are “<<n1<<‘t’<<n2<<‘n’;
}
void main ( )
{
int m1 = 10, m2 = 20;
clrscr ( );
cout <<“n Values before invoking swap” << m1 << ‘t’ << m2;
cout << “n Calling swap..”;
swap (m1, m2);
cout << “n Back to main.. Values are” << m1 << ‘t’ << m2;
getch ( );
}

Output
Values before invoking swap 10 20
Calling swap …..
values of n1 & n2 are 20 10
Back to main…… Values are 20 10
The modifications made to formal parameters are reflected in actual parameters, because formal
and actual parameters in reference type point to the same storage area.
Look at the following depiction:
Main Swap
m1 = 10 n1 = 10
m2 = 20 n2 = 20
temp
Assume storage area of m1 is Oxf1, and m2 is Oxf4.


m1 = Oxf1 = 10
m2 = Oxf4 = 20
Reference to formal parameters may be read as n1 = 10; n1 is a reference to m1, which may be
depicted as: int &n1 = m1
This means that n1 is an alias to m1, hence m1 and n1 refer to same storage area, hence the
statements may be rewritten as :
n1 = m1 = Oxf1 = 10
n2 = m2 = Oxf4 = 20
Address Before Exchange After exchange
Oxf1 (n1, m1) 10 20
Oxf4 (n2, m2) 20 10
Hence, changes made to formal parameters are reflected in actual parameters.

9. List down the rules for actual parameters.
1. The actual parameters can be passed in the form of constants or variables or
expressions to the formal parameters which are of value type.
2. The actual parameters can be passed only as variables to formal
parameters of reference type.
10. Why do you think the prototype int max (int, int) is valid ?
In a function declaration, the names of the arguments are dummy variables and therefore they are
optional. The variables in the prototype act as place holders.
11. What are default arguments ?
In C++, one can assign default values to the formal parameters of a function prototype. The default
value is given in the form of variable initialization. The default arguments facilitate the function call
statement with partial or no arguments. The default values can be included in the function prototype
form right to left, i.e., we cannot have a default value for an argument in between the argument list.
12. Explain defaults arguments in C++ functions.
One can assign default values to the formal parameters of a function prototype.
// formal parameters with default values
# include <conio.h>
float power (float n, int p = 1)
{
float prd = 1;
for (int i = 1; i<= p; i++)
prd *= n;


return prd;
}
void main ( )
{
clrscr ( );
int x = 4, b = 2;
cout << “n Call statement is power(b, x)...”<< power (b, x);
cout << “n Call statement is power(b).. “<< power (b);
getch ( );
}
Output:
Call statement is power (b, x) .. 16
Call statement is power (b) .. 2
In the call statement power (b,x), initialization is n= b, p = x
In the second form power (b), the variable n is initialized, whereas p takes the value 1 (default argument),
as no actual parameters is passed.
The default value is given in the form of variable initialization.
The default arguments facilitate the function call statement with partial or no arguments.
The default values can be included in the function prototype form right to left,
We cannot have a default value for an argument in between the argument list.
13. What are inline functions ? [Mar 07, 08, June 08, 10, Oct 08]
An inline function looks like a normal function in the source file but inserts the function’s code directly
into the calling program. They execute faster but require more memory space.
14. Explain inline functions in C++. [June 09]
Reusability of code leading to saving of memory space and reduction in code size is the advantage of
using functions.
While this is true, we also know that call statement to a function makes a compiler to jump to the
functions and also to jump back to the instruction following the call statement.
This forces the compiler to maintain overheads like STACKS that would save certain special
instructions pertaining to function call, return and its arguments.
This reduces the speed of program execution. Hence under certain situations specially, when the
functions are small (fewer number of instructions), the compiler replaces the function call statement
by its definition ie., its code during program execution.
This feature is called as inlining of a function technically called as inline function.
An inline function looks like a normal function in the source file but inserts the function’s code
directly into the calling program. They execute faster but require more memory space.


As shown in the above example, the call statement to the function (convert_feet(inches) will be
replaced by the expression in the return statement (inches * 12).
To make a function inline, one has to insert the keyword inline in the function header as shown in
the above Program.
15. Explain the scope of variables in C++. [July 07, Oct 08, Mar 09, June 10, Oct 10]
Scope refers to the accessibility of a variable. There are four types of scopes in C++.
They are:
1. Local scope
2. Function scope
3. File scope
4. Class scope
Local scope
// to demonstrate local variable
# include < iostream.h
# include <conio.h>
void main ( )
{
int a, b ;
a = 10;
b = 20;
if (a > b)
{ int temp; // local to this if block
temp = a;
a = b;
b = temp;
}
cout << ‘n Descending order…’;
cout << ‘n’ <<a << ‘n’ <<b;
getch ( );
}


A local variable is defined within a block.
The scope of a local variable is the block in which it isdefined.
A local variable cannot be accessed from outside the block of its declaration.
Local variables are not known outside their own code block.
A block of code begins and ends with curly braces { }.
Local variables exist only while the block of code in which they are declared is executing.
A local variable is created upon entry into its block and destroyed upon exit.
Function scope
The scope of variables declared within a function is extended to the function block, and all sub-blocks
therein.

The variable flag of the above program is accessible in the function main ( ) only.
It is accessible in all the sub-blocks therein - viz, while block & if block.
The life time of a function scope variable, is the life time of the function block.
The scope of formal parameters is function scope.
File scope
A variable declared above all blocks and functions (precisely above main ( ) ) has the scope of a
file.
The scope of a file scope variable is the entire program.
The life time of a file scope variable is the life time of a program.


Scope Operator
The scope operator reveals the hidden scope of a variable.
Now look at the following program.

Class scope

The membership label class_name:: ( add:: ) tells the compiler that the function function_name
belongs to the class class_name. That is the scope of the function is restricted to the class specified
in the function header.
Several different classes can use the same function name. The ‘membership’ label will resolve their
scope.

CHAPTER 5 – Structured Data Type - ARRAYS

1. What is an array ? Write its different types. [July 07, Oct 07, 08, 09]
An array in C++ is a derived data type that can hold several values of the same type. An array is a
collection of variables of the same type that are referenced by a common name. Arrays are of two
types: They are One dimensional and Multi dimensional arrays.


2. Write the syntax of single dimensional array. Give an example.

int num_array [5];
The size of the array should always be positive. The declaration int num_array [5]; is interpreted as
num_array is a one-dimensional array, that stores 5 integer values.
3. Write a note on memory allocation of single dimensional array.
For example the statement, int num_array [5]; declares 5 integer values. Memory allotted for
num_array is 10 bytes, as it stores 5 integer element (memory required for one integer is 2 bytes hence
5 x 2 = 10 bytes).
4. What are strings ? Give an example. (OR) What do you mean by array of characters ? [Mar 07]
Strings are otherwise called as literals, which are treated as single dimensional array of characters. The
declaration of strings is same as numeric array.
For example,
i. char name [10];
ii. char vowels * + = ,‘a’, ‘e’, ‘i’, ‘o’, ‘u’-;
iii. char rainbow [ ] = VIBGYOR;
5. What are strings ? What character is used to terminate the character array ?
Strings are otherwise called as literals, which are treated as single dimensional array of characters. A
character array (used as string) should be terminated with a ‘0’
(NULL) character.
6. Write the syntax of gets() and getline() functions.
To treat spaces as part of string literal, then one has to use gets ( ) defined in stdio.h or getline ( ) - a
member function of standard input stream.
Syntax for gets ( ) is
gets (char array identifier) or
gets (char *)
Syntax for getline is
cin.getline (char*, no.of characters, delimiter);
7. What are the two methods to display the contents of the string ?
There are two methods to display the contents of string.
1. cout << name - this is similar to any other variable.
2. cout.write (pincode, 7); or cout.write (pincode, size of (pincode));


8. Write a short note on write() function. [June 09]
write ( ) is a member function of standard output stream, i.e., ostream. All member functions of a
class, should be accessed through an object /instance of class. The two parameters required for write ()
function are identifier string characters, and no. of characters to be displayed.
9. Write the syntax and purpose of strlen() function. [June 08]
10. Write the syntax and purpose of strcmp() function.
11. Write the syntax and purpose of strcpy() function. [Mar 09]
12. Explain the string manipulators of strlen(), strcpy() and strcmp().
13. Write about any two string functions in C++.

14. What is two dimensional array ? Give an example. [Mar 09]
A two-dimensional array is an array in which each element is itself an array. For instance, an array
marks [3] [4] is a table with 3 rows, and 4 columns.
The number of elements in a 2-dimensional array is determined by multiplying the number of rows
with number of columns. In this example - The array marks has 12 elements.
The subscripts always commence from zero. The subscript for rows is from 0 to 2, and for columns -
0 to 3.
15. How do you declare a two dimensional array ? [Mar 10]
A 2-D array is declared as:
Type array-id [Rows] [Columns];
Example:
1. int a[3] [2]- declares 3 rows and 2 columns for the array a


16. What are the data types used in two dimensional array ? [Oct 10]
The dimensions (rows/columns) of an array can be indicated
1. using integer constants
2. using const identifier of integer or ordinal
3. using char constants
4. using enum identifiers
17. Explain the memory representation of 2 D arrays. [Mar 07, Jun 10]
A 2-D array is stored in sequential memory blocks. The elements are stored either
1. row-wise manner (this method is called as row-major order)
2. column-wise manner (this method is called as column-major order)
18. Write a note on memory allocation of two dimensional array.
For example : int sales [2] [4];
The size of a 2-D array is calculated as follows:
Number of elements * memory req. for one element
For example - int sales [2] [4] the size will be calculated as follows:
Number of elements = Rows x columns - 2 x 4 = 8
∴ 8 x 2 (2 bytes is required for integer)
∴ size = 16 bytes
19. What is matrix ?
A matrix is a set of mn numbers arranged in the form of a rectangular array of m rows and n columns.
Matrices can be represented through 2-D arrays.
20. What is array of strings ? Give example. [Oct 08, June 10]
An array of strings is a two-dimensional character array. The size of first index (rows) determines the
number of strings and the size of second index (column) determines maximum length of each string.
For example,
char day-names *7+ *10+ = ,“Sunday”,
“Monday”,
“Tuesday”,
“Wednesday”,
“Thursday”,
“Friday”,
“Saturday”-;


21. How does an array behave when passed to a function ? [Mar 11]
Arrays can be passed an as arguments to functions. The actual parameter is passed only by the
identifier, ignoring dimension.

CHAPTER 6 – CLASSES and OBJECTS
1. What is a class ? Give example. [Oct 08]
A class is a new way of creating and implementing a user defined data type. A class is a way to bind the
data and its associated functions together.
2. What are the two parts of class specification ? [Oct 07, Mar 10]
A class specification has two parts :
1) Class declaration 2) Class Function Definitions
3. Write the general form of class declaration. [Oct 07]
class class-name
{
private:
variable declaration
function declaration
protected:
variable decl.
function decl.
public:
variable decl.
function decl.
};
The keyword class specifies user defined data type class name
The body of a class is enclosed within braces and is terminated by a semicolon
The class body contains the declaration of variables and functions
The class body has three access specifiers ( visibility labels) viz., private , public and protected
4. What are the three access specifiers of class members ? [March 09]
The three access specifiers (visibility labels) viz., private, public and protected.
5. What effect does the visibility label private has on the members of a class ?
Specifying private visibility label is optional. By default the members will be treated as private if a
visibility label is not mentioned. The members that have been declared as private, can be accessed only
from within the class.


6. What effect does the visibility label protected has on the members of a class ?
The members that have been declared as protected can be accessed from within the class, and the
members of the inherited classes.
7. What effect does the visibility label public has on the members of a class ?
The members that have been declared as public can be accessed from outside the class.
8. What is encapsulation ? [June 09]
The binding of data and functions together into a single entity is referred to as Encapsulation.
9. What is mean by data hiding ? [July 07, Oct 10, Mar 11]
The members and functions declared under private are not accessible by members outside the class,
this is referred to as data hiding.
10. What is data abstraction ? [June 08, 10, Mar 09, Oct 09]
Instruments allowing only selected access of components to objects and to members of other classes is
called as Data Abstraction.
11. Write the characteristics of member function of a class ? [Mar 07]
Class comprises of members. Members are further classified as Data Members and Member functions.
Data members are the data variables that represent the features or properties of a class. Member
functions are the functions that perform specific tasks in a class. Member functions are called as
methods, and data members are also called as attributes.
12. How are the class members accessed ? [June 08]
The members of a class are accessed using the dot operator. For example, the call statement to the
function execute() of the class student may be given as:

13. List out four characteristics of member function used in program development. [June 10]
Several different classes can use the same function name. The ‘membership’ label will resolve their scope.
Member functions can access the private data of a class.
The return type of a member function can be of object data type.
Member functions can be of static type.


14. Write a note on creating objects.
The declaration of an object is similar to that of a variable of any basic type. Objects can also be
created by placing their names immediately after the closing brace of the class declaration.

15. Give some valid points about static data members of a class. [July 07, Oct 10, Mar 11]
The static member variable
Is initialized to zero, only when the first object of its class is created . No other initialization is
permitted
Only one copy of the member variable is created and is shared by all the other objects of its class
type
Its scope or visibility is within the class but its lifetime is the lifetime of the program.
16. What are the different methods of creating objects ? [Oct 08, June 09]

In Method 1, the member function add() is declared and defined within class add.
In Method 2, the member function display() is declared within the class, and defined outside the class.


17. Write a note on array of objects ? [Mar 07, 08, Oct 09]
Consider the following class definition and its corresponding memory allocation:

18. Write a note on memory allocation of objects. [Mar 08, 10]
The member functions are created and placed in the memory space only when they are defined as a
part of the class specification. Memory space required for the member variables are only allocated
separately for each object. Separate memory allocations for the objects are essential because the
member variables will hold different data values for different objects.
Memory for Objects for p1 and p2 is illustrated:

CHAPTER 7 – POLYMORPHISM
1. Write a short note on Polymorphism.
The word polymorphism means many forms (poly – many, morph – shapes). In C++, polymorphism is
achieved through function overloading and operator overloading. The term overloading means a name
having two or more distinct meanings.
2. Define function overloading. [Mar 08, Oct 08]
The term overloading means a name having two or more distinct meanings. The ability of the function
to process the message or data in more than one form is called as function overloading.
3. Explain function overloading with an example. [Mar – 08]
OR
Define function overloading ? Give an example. What are its various rules ?
[July 07, Mar 08, 09, 10, June 09, Oct 07]
The ability of the function to process the message or data in more than one form is called as function
overloading.
Consider the situation to have the following functions

area_circle() // to calculate the area of a circle
area_triangle() // to calculate the area of a triangle
area_rectangle() // to calculate the area of a rectangle
The above three different prototype to compute area, for different shapes can be rewritten as
float area ( float radius);
float area ( float half, float base, float height );
float area ( float length , float breadth);
// to demonstrate the polymorphism - function overloading
#include<iostream.h>
#include<conio.h>
float area ( float radius )
{
cout << “nCircle …”;
return ( 22/7 * radius * radius );
}

float area (float half, float base, float height)
{
cout << “nTriangle ..”;
return (half* base*height);
}

float area ( float length, float breadth )
{
cout << “nRectangle …”;
return ( length *breadth ) ;
}

void main()
{
clrscr();
float r,b,h;
int choice = 0 ;
do
{
clrscr();
cout << “n Area Menu “;
cout << “n 1. Circle ... “;
cout << “n 2. Traingle ...”;
cout << “n 3. Rectangle ... “;
cout <<“n 4. Exit ... “;
cin>> choice;
switch(choice)
{
case 1 :
cout << “n Enter radius ... “;
cin>>r;
cout<<“n The area of circle is ... “<< area(r);
getch();
break;


case 2:
cout<< “n Enter base, height ... “;
cin>>b>>h;
cout<<“n The area of a triangle is .. “<< area (0.5, b, h);
getch();
break;

case 3:
cout<< “n Enter length, breadth.. “;
cin>>h>>b;
cout<<“n The area of a rectangle is ... “<< area(h,b);
getch();
break;
}
} while (choice <=3); }
Each function prototype differs by their number of arguments. The first prototype had one argument,
second one 3 arguments and the third one had 2 arguments.
4. How are functions invoked in function overloading ? [Mar 07, 10, 11, July 07, Oct 09, June 07]
The compiler adopts BEST MATCH strategy. As per this strategy, the compiler will
 Look for the exact match of a function prototype with that of a function call statement.
 In case an exact match is not available, it looks for the next nearest match. That is, the compiler
will promote integral data promotions and then match the call statement with function
prototype.
5. What are integral promotions ?
Integral promotions are purely compiler oriented. By and large integral promotions are as follows:
 char data type can be converted to integer/float/double
 int data type can be converted to char/double/float
 float data type to integer/double/char
 double data type to float or integer
6. What are the rules for function overloading ? [June 10, Oct 07]
Rules for function overloading
1. Each overloaded function must differ either by the number of its formal parameters or their
data types
2. The return type of overloaded functions may or may not be the same data type
3. The default arguments of overloaded functions are not considered by the C++ compiler as part
of the parameter list
4. Do not use the same function name for two unrelated functions
7. Define operator overloading. [Mar 09, June 10]
The term operator overloading, refers to giving additional functionality to the normal C++ operators.
The mechanism of giving special meaning to an operator is called as operator overloading.


8. List out the operators that cannot be overloaded. [Oct 07, June 08]
 membership operator (.)
 scope resolution operator (::)
 sizeof operator and
 conditional operator.
9. List out the steps involved to define an overloaded operator. [Mar 08]
Create a class that defines the data type that is to be used in the overloading operations
Declare the operator function operator () in the public part of the class.
Define the operator function to implement the required operations.
10. Explain operator overloading with an example.
The term operator overloading, refers to giving additional functionality to the normal C++ operators.
The mechanism of giving special meaning to an operator is called as operator overloading.
The process of overloading involves:
Create a class that defines the data type that is to be used in the overloading operations
Declare the operator function operator () in the public part of the class.
Define the operator function to implement the required operations.
# include <conio.h>
class negative
{
private:
int i;
public :
void accept()
{
cin >> i;
}
void display()
{
cout << “nNumber ...”<<i;
}
void operator-()
{
i = -i;
}
};


void main()
{
clrscr();
negative n1;
n1.accept();
-n1;
n1.display();
getch();
}
The function void operator –() simply negates the data members of the class as one would do with a
normal variable.
11. List out the rules for overloading operators. [Mar 07, 11, June 08, 09, 10, Oct 07, 09]
 Only existing operators can be overloaded. New operators cannot be created.
 The overloaded operator must have at least one operand of user defined type.
 The basic definition of an operator cannot be replaced or in other words one cannot redefine the
function of an operator.
 One can give additional functions to an operator Overloaded operators behave in the same way as
the basic operators in terms of their operands.
 When binary operators are overloaded, the left hand object must be an object of the relevant class
 Binary operators overloaded through a member function take one explicit argument.

12. What is the advantage of operator overloading ?

We can give additional functionality to the normal C++ operators like +, *, /,++, - - etc.
We can use operator overloading to add or subtract two strings, or to add two complex numbers or
to add two matrices etc, which usual addition and subtraction notation.
Along with new functionality to the operator, we can also use the original definition of the operator.

CHAPTER 8 – Constructors & Destructors
1. Write a short note on constructor.
When an instance of a class comes into scope, a special function called the constructor gets executed.
The constructor function initializes the class object.
2. What are the functions of the constructor? [Oct 07, 10, June 08, Mar 11]
1) The constructor function initializes the class object
2) The memory space is allocated to an object.
3. What is a default constructor ?
The constructor add() is a constructor without parameters(non parameterized). It is called as default
constructor. More traditionally default constructors are referred to compiler generated constructors
i.e., constructors defined by the computers in the absence of user defined constructor.


4. How a copy constructor gets executed ? [July 07, Oct 09, June 10]
The constructor add (add &a ) is called as copy constructor. A copy constructor is executed:
1) When an object is passed as a parameter to any of the member functions
Example void add::putdata( add x);
2) When a member function returns an object
For example, add getdata();
3) When an object is passed by reference to constructor
For example, add a; b(a);
5. List down the rules for constructor. [Mar 07, June 09]
1) The name of the constructor must be same as that of the class
2) A constructor can have parameter list
3) The constructor function can be overloaded
4) The compiler generates a constructor, in the absence of a user defined constructor
5) The constructor is executed automatically
6. Define Destructor with an example.
A destructor is a function that removes the memory of an object which was allocated by the
constructor at the time of creating a object. It carries the same name as the class tag, but with a tilde (
~) as prefix.
Example :
class simple
{
——
——
public :
~simple()
{
.......................
}
}

7. List down the rules for destructor.

1) The destructor has the same name as that of the class prefixed by the tilde character ‘~’.
2) The destructor cannot have arguments
3) It has no return type
4) Destructors cannot be overloaded i.e., there can be only one destructor in a class
5) In the absence of user defined destructor, it is generated by the compiler
6) The destructor is executed automatically when the control reaches the end of class scope.


8. Differentiate between constructor and destructor. [Mar 09]

Constructor Destructor
The name of the constructor must be same as that of The destructor has the same name as that of
the class the class prefixed by the tilde character ‘~’.
A constructor can have parameter list The destructor cannot have arguments
The constructor function can be overloaded Destructors cannot be overloaded i.e., there
can be only one destructor in a class
The constructor is executed automatically The destructor is executed automatically
when the control reaches the end of class
scope.

9. Write down any four rules for definition and usage of destructor. [Mar 10]

10. Explain the usage of constructor & Destructor with an example.

When an instance of a class comes into scope, a special function called the constructor gets executed.
The constructor function initializes the class object. When a class object goes out of scope, a special
function called the destructor gets executed. The constructor function name and the destructor have
the same name as the class tag. Both the functions return nothing. They are not associated with any
data type.

# include <conio.h>
class simple
{
private:
int a,b;
public:
simple()
{
a= 0 ;
b= 0;
cout<< “n Constructor of class-simple “;
}

~simple()
{
cout<<“n Destructor of class – simple .. “;
}

void getdata()
{
cout<<“n Enter values for a and b... “;
cin>>a>>b;
}


void putdata()
{
cout<<“nThe two integers .. “<<a<<‘t’<< b;
cout<<“n The sum of the variables .. “<< a+b;
}
};
void main()
{
simple s;
s.getdata();
s.putdata();
}

When the above program is executed, constructor simple() is automatically executed when the object
is created. Destructor ~simple() is executed, when the scope of the object ‘s’ is lost, i.e., at the time of
program termination.
The output of the program will be as follows:
Constructor of class - simple ..
Enter values for a & b… 5 6
The two integers….. 5 6
The sum of the variables….. 11
Destructor of class - simple …
Functions of constructor
1) The constructor function initializes the class object
2) The memory space is allocated to an object

10. Explain Constructor overloading & copy constructor with an example.

Function overloading can be applied for constructors, as constructors are special functions of classes.

The constructor add() is a constructor without parameters(non parameterized). It is called as default
constructor. More traditionally default constructors are referred to compiler generated constructors
i.e., constructors defined by the computers in the absence of user defined constructor. A non-
parameterized constructor is executed when an object without parameters is declared.
# include <conio.h>
class add
{
int num1, num2, sum;
public:
add()
{
cout<<“n Constructor without parameters.. “;
num1= 0;
num2= 0;
sum = 0;
}


add ( int s1, int s2 )
{
cout<<“n Parameterized constructor... “;
num1= s1;
num2=s2;
sum=NULL;
}
add (add &a)
{
cout<<“n Copy Constructor ... “;
num1= a.num1;
num2=a.num2;
sum = NULL;
}
void getdata()
{
cout<<“Enter data ... “;
cin>>num1>>num2;
}
void addition()
{
sum=num1+num2;
}
void putdata()
{
cout<<“n The numbers are..”<<num1<<‘t’<<num2;
cout<<“n The sum of the numbers are.. “<< sum;
}
};
OUTPUT:
void main()
{ Constructor without parameters….
add a, b (10, 20) , c(b); Parameterized Constructor...
a.getdata(); Copy Constructors…
a.addition(); Enter data .. 5 6
b.addition(); Object a:
c.addition(); The numbers are 5 6
cout<<“n Object a : “; The sum of the numbers are ….. 11
a.putdata(); Object b:
cout<<“n Object b : “; The numbers are 10 20
b.putdata(); The sum of the numbers are … 30
cout<<“n Object c.. “; Object c:
c.putdata(); The numbers are 10 20
} The sum of the numbers are ….. 30

The constructor add ( int s1, int s2) is called as parameterized constructor .To invoke this constructor , the
object should be declared with two integer constants or variables. The constructor add (add &a ) is called as
copy constructor.


A copy constructor is executed:
1) When an object is passed as a parameter to any of the member functions
Example void add::putdata( add x);
2) When a member function returns an object
For example, add getdata();
3) When an object is passed by reference to constructor
For example, add a; b(a);

CHAPTER 9 – Inheritance
1. Write a short note on Inheritance. [June 07]
Inheritance is the most powerful feature of an object oriented programming language. It is a process of
creating new classes called derived classes, from the existing or base classes. The derived class inherits
all the properties of the base class. It is a power packed class, as it can add additional attributes and
methods and thus enhance its functionality.
2. What are the advantages of inheritance ? [Oct 07, 10, Mar 09, 11,10]
1) Reusability of code : Code developed for one application can be reused in another application if
such functionality is required.
2) Code sharing : The methods of the base class can be shared by the derived class.
3) Consistency of interface: The inherited attributes and methods provide a similar interface to the
calling methods.
3. What is a derived class ? What are the points to be observed while defining a derived class ?
A base class is a class from which other classes are derived. A derived class can inherit members of a
base class.
While defining a derived class, the following points should be observed.
a. The keyword class has to be used
b. The name of the derived class is to be given after the keyword class
c. A single colon
d. The type of derivation, namely private, public or protected
e. The name of the base class or parent class
f. The remainder of the derived class definition
4. What is accessibility ? [June 10]
An important feature in Inheritance is to know as to when a member of a base class can be used by the
objects or the members of the derived class. This is called as accessibility.
5. What are the three access specifiers used for inheriting a derived class ? [Oct 08]
The three access specifiers are private, protected and public. Access specifier is also referred to as
visibility mode. The default visibility mode is private.


6. Write the syntax of derived class. [Mar 08, Oct 09]
The derived class should be indicated as
class der_name : visibility mode base class-id
{
data members of the derived_class
functions members of derived_class
}

7. How do the members of a derived class inherit with private visibility mode ?
When a base class is inherited with private visibility mode the public and protected members of the
base class become ‘private’ members of the derived class.
8. How do the members of a derived class inherit with protected visibility mode ?
When a base class is inherited with protected visibility mode the protected and public members of the
base class become ‘protected members’ of the derived class.
9. How do the members of a derived class inherit with public visibility mode ?
When a base class is inherited with public visibility mode, the protected members of the base class will
be inherited as protected members of the derived class and the public members of the base class will
be inherited as public members of the derived class.
10. What are the different types of inheritance ? [Mar 07, 10, July 07]
Classes can be derived from classes that are themselves derived. There are different types of
inheritance.
Single Inheritance,
Multiple inheritance,
Multilevel inheritance,
Hybrid inheritance and
Hierarchical inheritance.


11. What do you mean by single inheritance ?
When a derived class inherits only from one base class, it is known as single inheritance.

12. What do you mean by multiple inheritance ?
When a derived class inherits from multiple base classes it is known as multiple inheritance.

13. What do you mean by multilevel inheritance ? [June 09]
The transitive nature of inheritance is reflected by this form of inheritance. When a class is derived
from a class which is a derived class itself – then this is referred to as multilevel inheritance.

14. What are abstract classes ? [June 08]
Classes used only for deriving other classes are called as Abstract Classes ie., to say that objects for
these classes are not declared.
15. How are the constructors executed in the order of inherited class ?
The constructors are executed in the order of inherited class i.e., from base constructor to derived. The
destructors are executed in the reverse order.
16. Explain the different types of inheritance. [Oct 08, 10]

CHAPTER 10 – Impact of Computers on Society
1. What are the three technical elements to reach out the benefits of IT ?
To reach out the benefits of IT to the common man we need at least three technical elements :
Connectivity [Computer networks and Internet facility]
Affordable computers or other similar devices
Software


2. What are Archive unit & Emotion containers ?
Archive Unit: Enables data storage and management.
Emotion Containers: They are small compartments with a screen, speaker and a scent to derive
emotional comfort. This can prevent people from acquiring bad habits.
3. What is the use of personal archives ?
Personal archives store personal details like family photographs and personal treasures. In addition it
enables connectivity to other people.
4. What is ATM ? [Mar 08]
Advanced machines like ATM enable withdrawal of money from the accounts in a particular bank
anytime and anywhere. This helps the user in emergency situations where money is needed during the
nights and holidays. However, the user has to go to the nearest ATM facility.
5. What do you mean by e-Banking ? [Mar 09, 11]
e-Banking permits banking from the comfort of the home by using internet facilities. It has truly
improved the reach and services of banks.
6. Write a short note on e-shopping.
You can purchase any product, any brand, any quantity from anywhere through e-shopping. You need
not go to the shop. The pictures and other details of what can be purchased are available on the
website of the shop. You have to select and order. Advance payment for these items is assured by
various methods. Credit cards and prior registration with the shop are the popular methods. The items
purchased will be delivered at your home.
7. What do you mean by e-learning ? OR How computers are used in Education ? [Mar 07, June 10]
Buying and browsing the latest edition of books by both local & foreign authors Educational CDROMs·
called Computer Based Tutorials (CBT). This enables online educational programs leading to
degrees and certifications termed as e-learning.
8. How computers are used in Entertainment ?
You can update your knowledge in fine arts like painting, music, dance, yoga, games, science, nature,
latest news and events. You can know more about various places of worship and places of interest for
tourists.
9. How computers are used in health care ?
Healthcare is dominated by large amounts of data and limited financial and human resources and need
for accountability of those resources. Healthcare has improved significantly ever since computers found
their way into the hands of doctors and health administrators.
10. List down some of the areas where software has been developed.
Animal Husbandry.
Gardening.
Land Management.
Livestock.
Milk production.
Use of satellite imagery to decide on the crops.


CHAPTER 11 – IT enables services
1. What is IT enabled services ? [Mar 09]
Information Technology that helps in improving the quality of service to the users is called IT Enabled
Services [ITES]. It adds values to IT services like Word processors, spreadsheets and Databases by
reducing the learning needs to be done by the users. ITES thus has the potential to take the power of IT
to users who do not know IT.
2. What is Dictaphone ?
A facility that allows the user to speak into a special device called ‘Dictaphone’ and then convert the
speech into a letter is an ITES.
3. What is e-governance ?
Computers help you to look at the government websites and the services provided by them. The
various websites provided by the government give the details about the departments, specific
functions, special schemes, documents, contacts, links, IAS intranet, site map, search, what’s new,
press releases, feedback. These websites are both in English and Tamil.
4. What is the use of call centers ? OR What is call centre ? [July 07, Oct 09, 10, Mar 08, 10]
A call center is sometimes defined as a telephone based shared service center for specific customer
activities and are used for number of customer-related functions like marketing, selling, information
transfer, advice, technical support and so on. A call center has adequate telecom facilities, trained
consultants, access to wide database, Internet and other on-line information support to provide
information and support services to customers.
5. What do you mean by data management ? [Oct 07]
Data Management is a category of IT Enabled Services pertaining to collection, digitization and
processing of data coming from various sources. Traditional data processing services comprise
punching data from manually filled forms, images or publications; preparing databases and putting
them together.
6. Name some of the data management IT enabled services.
ASCII format for upload to your database.
Data Entry.
Image Capturing.
Image Keying.
Image Storage & Retrieval.
Outcome studies.
Statistical analysis.
7. Name some of the organizations that potentially benefit from ITES.
Banking
Government agencies
Hospital
Insurance
Legal
Manufacturing
Municipalities
Police departments


8. What is medical transcription ? [June 08]
Medical Transcription is a permanent, legal document that formally states the result of a medical
investigation. It facilitates communication and supports the insurance claims.
9. What are the aspects that are ensured by the ITES provider ?
Data Security and Customer Privacy are two important aspects that must be ensured by the ITES
provider in this area. An ITES provider may be serving multiple organizations. The service provider must
ensure the privacy aspects of every organization.
10. What is data digitization ? [Oct 08, June 09]
Digitization refers to the conversion of non-digital material to digital form. A wide variety of materials
as diverse as maps, manuscripts, moving images and sound may be digitized.
11. Mention some of the application areas of the digital technology.
Annual reports and price list
Books
Engineering and Design
Geographical Information System.
Movies, Sounds and High quality image preservation.
12. List down the benefits of digitization. [June 08]
Long term preservation of the documents.
Storage of important documents at one place.
Easy to use and access to the information.
Quick and focused search of relevant information in terms of images and text.
Easy transfer of information in terms of images and text.
Easy transfer of information through CD-ROM, internet and other electronic media.
13. List out some of the web services.
Computers also help us in accessing website services such as:
Agriculture Marketing Network
Career guidance
Employment Online
General Provident Fund
Results of various Examinations.

CHAPTER 12 – Computer Ethics

1. What are ethics ?
ethics is the set of rules for determining moral standards or what is considered as socially acceptable
behaviors.
2. What does Book of Norbert Wiener contain about computer ethics ?
An account of the purpose of a human life
Four principles of justice
A powerful method for doing applied ethics
Discussions of the fundamental questions of computer ethics,
Examples of key computer ethics topics.


3. What are the general guidelines on Computer ethics ?
Protection of personal data
Computer Crime
Cracking
4. What is physical data security ?
Physical security refers to the protection of hardware, facilities, magnetic disks, and other items that
could be illegally accessed, stolen, damaged or destroyed. This is usually provided by restricting the
people who can access the resources.
5. What is personal data security ?
Personal security refers to software setups that permit only authorized access to the system. User Ids
and passwords are common tools for such purpose. Only those with a need to know have Ids and
password for access.
6. What is personnel data security:
Personnel security refers to protecting data and computer system against dishonesty or negligence of
employees.
7. What is a computer crime ? List some of the common computer crimes. [Mar 07, 11, June 10]
A computer crime is any illegal activity using computer software, data or access as the object,
subject or instrument of the crime.
Common crimes include:
Crimes related to money transfer on the internet
Making long distance calls illegally using computers
Illegal access to confidential files
Stealing hardware
Selling or misusing personal
Hardware and software piracy
Virus
Cracking
Theft of computer time
8. What is piracy ? why do we tend to pirate ? [July 07]
Making and using duplicate hardware and software is called piracy.
We tend to pirate because:
We like free things
Why pay for something when we can get it for free?
Our thinking and actions are self-serving
If we have the opportunity to get away with something, benefit financially, and minimal risk is
involved, the way in which we’ve been conditioned by our capitalist society to do it.

9. What is a virus ? OR Write a note on Virus. [Oct 07, Mar 10]
A virus is a self-replicating program that can cause damage to data and files stored on your computer.
These are programs written by programmers with great programming skills who are motivated by the
need for a challenge or to cause destruction.
10. What do you mean by theft of ‘computer time’ ? [June 10, Mar 11]
Most of the computers in an organization have lot of free computer time to spare. In other words a lot
of computer time is not used. Many solutions for using this spare time are being researched. However,
this idle time of computers in an organization is being stolen illegally. Some other software runs on an
idle computer without the knowledge of the organization. This is called theft of ‘computer time’.


11. What is cracking ? What are the reasons for committing this crime ?
Cracking is the illegal access to the network or computer system. Illegal use of special resources in the
system is the key reason for cracking. The resources may be hardware, software, files or system
information. Revenge, business reasons and thrill are other common reasons for committing this crime.

Solutions: [2 marks]

1. Determine the order of evaluation of the expression (b*b)-4*a*c. [Oct 08]

b b 4 a c

* *

*

-
2. Evaluate the following C++ expressions. [Mar 09]
Assume a=5, b=3, d=1.5, C is integer and F is float.
a) F=a+b/a; b) C=d*a+b;

a) F = a + b / a; b) c = d * a + b;
F = 5 + ( 3 / 5) c = (1.5 * 5) + 3
= 5 + 0.6 = 7.5 + 3
=5 = 10

3. Find the output of the following C++ program: [June 09]
X = 5;
F = 6;
C = X ++ + ++F;
Output : 12

4. Find the value of C in the following C++ snippet. [Oct 09]
X = 10
F= 20;
C = X++ + ++F;
Output : 31
5. If x = 10, f=20, c = x++ + ++f;
What is the value stored in the variable ? [Mar 10]
C is ______ x is ______ f is _________.

Ans : c is 31 x is 10 f is 21


6. What will be the values stored in the variable x, f and c in the following snippet ? [Oct 10]
int x,f,c; Ans : x = x++ → 12
x=12; f = ++f → 22 + 1 = 23
f=22; c = 12 + 23
c=x++ + ++f; = 35

7. Find the errors in the following C++ program snippet : [Mar 07]
Switch(x);
{
case 1 to 2; cout<<”ONE”<<”TWO”;
break;
case 3 to 4; cout<<THREE<<FOUR;
break;
};

Given code Error
1 switch(x); Semicolon at the end
2 case 1 to 2: Case 1:
Case 2:
Semicolon at the end
3 cout<<THREE<<FOUR; Double quotes not given
4 }; Semicolon at the end

8. Write the output of the following C++ program: [Mar 08]
# include <conio.h>
void main()
{
char ch*+=,‘C’,’O’,’M’,’P’,’U’,’T’,’E’,’R’-;
for(int i=0;i<8;i++)
cout<<ch[i];
for(int j=7;j>=0;j--)
cout<<ch[j];
}
Output: COMPUTERRETUPMOC
9. Find the errors in the following C++ snippets: [Oct 09]
a) int a[5.5]; - close and open is missing between 5 and 5.5 – int a[5][5];
b) float num[A]; - number is missing inside the square bracket – float num[5];

10. Find the errors in the following C++ program snippet: [Mar 08]
Class simple
{
private:
int x;
simple()
{ x=5; }
};


11. Match the following for the class ‘Myclass’ [Oct 08]
i. myclass( ) - copy constructor
ii. myclass(int x, int y) - method
iii. void show( ) - default constructor
iv. myclass(myclass &a) - parameterized constructor

Answer:
i. myclass( ) - default constructor
ii. myclass(int x, int y) - parameterized constructor
iii. void show( ) - method
iv. myclass(myclass &a) - copy constructor

12. Write the C++ equivalent expressions using the conditional operator.
f=0.5 if x=30; otherwise f=5
f=0.9 if x=60; otherwise 0.7

f=(x==30) ? 0.5 : 5;
f=(x>=60) ? 0.9 : 0.7;

13. From the given prototype of the function answer the questions:
float sum(float a, float b, float c);
a) what type of arguments does function prototype has ?
float type
b) what type of value does function return ?
float type
c) what is the name of the function ?
sum
14. Identify errors in the following function prototypes ?
a) float average(a,b);
b) float prd(int a,b);
c) int default_arg(int a=2 int b);
d) int fun(int,int,double=3.14);
e) void strings(char[]);

Answer:
a) the arguments must be declared with their data types.
float average(int a, int b);
OR
float average(float a, float b);
b) Data type missing for variable b
float prd(int a,int b);
c) Default values cannot be given.
d) Variables missing.
e) No error.


15. Evaluate the relational expression and find the result for the following:
a) ‘b’ == b - true
b) 5 > 6 - false
c) ‘a’ >= ‘y’ - false
d) ‘b’ < ’B’ - false
16. Name the objects of class student from the C++ code mentioned below:
class student
{
Public:
int Eng, Cs, Phy;
int Eco, comm;
} s1,s2,s3;

S1,s2,s3 are the objects from the above C++ code.

17. Write whether the following prototypes for overloading are valid or invalid. State a reason.
int addition(int x, int y)
float addition(int x, int y)

invalid; overloaded functions must differ either by the no. of parameters or by their data types.

18. Why do the following snippets show errors ?
a) char a*3+* + = ,“one” , ”two” , “three”-;

b) char ch*1+=’s’;

19. Define a class employee with the following specification:
Private members of class employee
empno – integer
ename – 20 characters
basic – float
netpay, hra, da – float
calculate() - a function to find the basic+hra+da with float return type public member functions of class
employee.

20. Write whether the following prototypes for overloading are valid or invalid. State reason.
int matrix_add(int x, int y);
int matrix_Add(int x, int y,int z);


21. Why does the following C++ snippets throw error ?
Class simple
{
private:
int x;

public:
simple(int y)
{ x=y; }
};
void main()
{
Simple s;
}

22. Why do the following snippets show error ?
int num[3];
cout<<num;
cin>>num;

23. What does the following statement mean:
void add : : show( )

Solutions: [5 marks]

1. Consider the following declarations and answer the questions given below:

class vehicle
{
int wheels;
public:
void inputdata( int, int);
void outputdata();
protected :
int passenger;
};

class heavy_vehicle : protected vehicle
{
int diesel_petrol; class bus: private _heavy_vehicle
protected: {
int load; char marks[20];
public: public:
void readdata( int, int); void fetchdata( char );
void writedata(); void displaydata();
}; };


a. Name the base class and derived class of the class heavy_vehicle.
b. Name the data members that can be accessed from the function displaydata().
c. Name the data members that can be accessed by an object of bus class.
d. Is the member function output data accessible to the objects of heavy_vehicle class.

Answer:

a) Base class - vehicle
Derived class - heay_vehicle
Base class - heavy_vehicle
Derived class - bus
b) char marks[20];
c) int load;
void read data(int,int);
void writedata( );
d) yes

2. Read the following C++ program carefully and answer the questions given below:

# include <conio.h>
class negative
{
int i;
public :
void accept()
{
cin >> i;
}
void display()
{
cout << “nNumber ...”<<i;
}
void operator-()
{
i = -i;
}
};
void main()
{
clrscr();
negative n2;
n2.accept();
-n2;
n2.display();
getch();
}

Identify the operator that is overload
- (minus)
The prototype of the overloaded member function is
void operator-( )
Which statement invokes the overloaded member function ?
-n2;
3. Debug the errors in the following C++ program to get the given output:

class A
{
private
int a;
public;
int a2;
void getdata { }
{
a1=3;
a2=5,a3=5;
}
protected
int a3;
}
class B : : public A( )
{
public:
void func( )
{
int b1; b2 ; b3;
getdata{ };
b1 = a1;
b2 = a2;
a3 = b3;
cout>>b1>>b2>>b3;
}
Output:
}
void main[ ] 3
{ 4
B der; 5
d.func( );


Error Line Error Statement Correct code
No. No.
1 4 private private:
2 5 int a; int a1;
3 6 public; public:
4 8 void getdata { } void getdata( )
5 13 protected protected:
6 15 } };
7 16 class B : : public A( ) class B : public A
8 21 int b1;b2;b3; int b1, b2, b3;
9 22 getdata{ }; getdata( );
10 25 a3 = b3; b3 = a3;
11 26 cout>>b1>>b2>>b3; cout<<b1<<b2<<b3;
12 28 } };
13 29 void main[ ] void main( )
14 30 d.func( ); der.func( );

4. Debug the errors in the following C++ program to get the given output:
# include<iostream.h>
# include<conio.h>
Class simple
{
private:
int a,b
public
simple( )
{
a= 0 ;
b= 0;
cout>> “n Constructor of class-simple “;
}
simple( )
{
cout<<“n Destructor of class – simple .. “;
}
void getdata()
{
cout<<“n Enter values for a and b... “;
cin<<a<<b;
}


void putdata()
{
Cout<<“nTwo integers .. “<<a<<‘t’<< b;
Cout<<“n The sum of the variables .. “<< a+b;
}
};
Output:
void main()
{ Constructor of class - simple ..
simple s; Enter values for a and b 6 7
S.getdata(); Two integers….. 6 7
S.putdata() The sum of the variables….. 13
} Destructor of class - simple …
}

Error Line Error Statement Correct code
No. No.
1 3 Class Class – ‘c’ should be small
2 6 int a,b int a,b; Semicolon is missing
3 7 public public: Colon is missing
4 12 cout>>”nconstructor of cout<<”nconstructor of In cout, use <<
(insertion operator)
5 21 cin<<a<<b; cin>>a>>b; In cin, use >>
(extraction operator)
6 25 Cout cout ‘c’ should be small
7 26 Cout cout ‘c’ should be small
8 32 S.getdata( ); s.getdata(); ‘s’ must be small
9 33 S.putdata( ); s.putdata( ); ‘s’ must be small
10 35 } ‘-’ extra closing brace is
used.

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