Why are types important?

What will be an ideal response?


Variables declared as primitive types allocate space based on the type and set the value in that space to the value of the variable. Variables declared as object types allocate space for a reference to an object. A reference is a way to find the object inmemory.

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Be sure to record your OneNote notebook's ________ in a safe place to prevent loss of access to your notes

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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A jumping graphic refers to a graphic that appears to jump around on screen when you try to move it because of a lack of room on the page to fit the graphic

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The chapter text cautions that the secant root-finding method can pose ____ problems.

a. convergence b. rounding c. computer memory d. divergence

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Match each attribute value to its description

I. auto A. Specifies two rows or two columns of equal size II. noresize B. Used to specify that scroll bars should not display III. no C. Specifies two rows or columns using pixels and a ratio value IV. 50%, 50% D. A value that has the same name as the attribute that uses it V. 200,* E. Scroll bars will display only when necessary to show all content

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