When the computer compares two strings, it actually compares the __________ in the strings.

a) number of characters
b) numeric codes of the characters
c) character bits
d) lengths of the leading alphabetic portions


b) numeric codes of the characters

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1. Any sorting algorithm, such as bubble sort or selection sort, that can be used on data stored in an array can also be used on data stored in a vector. 2. If algorithm A requires 2n + 1 basic operations to process an input of size n, and Algorithm B requires 3n + 2 basic operations to process the same input, algorithms A and B are considered to be equally efficient. 3. With pointer variables you can access, but you cannot modify, data in other variables. 4. An array name is a pointer constant because the address it represents cannot be changed during run-time. 5. Memory cannot be allocated after a program is already running.

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Pseudocode commands:

a. Are always capitalized b. Never use the assignment statement. c. Use variable names with embedded blank spaces. d. Do not end. e. None of the above.

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Most slide layouts do not include any placeholders.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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When writing code, a(n) ________ is a special tool that helps programmers as they enter the code, highlighting keywords and alerting the programmers to typos.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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