Problem-Related to C: Program Dev, White Space & Real Constants

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In summary, program development is a process that involves problem definition, algorithm development, coding, compilation, debugging, testing, and documentation. White space refers to blank space and carriage return, while real constants are represented in fixed point and floating point form, with a mantissa and exponent. These terms can be easily researched online and are important in the field of software engineering.
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please explain these terms:-

1.Program development:-

*Problem definition
*Algorithm development
*Coding(Program writing)
*Compilation and executing
*Debugging and testing
*Programa documentation


2.White Space:-

*Blank space
*Carriage return


3.Real Constants:-

*Fixed point repersentataion
*Floating point repersentation
*Manstissa
*Exponent form (Scientific form)
 
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Looks like homework/coursework so I am moving to the homework and coursework forums under Engineering, Computer Science, & Technology.

aggarwal, have you tried looking up any of these terms in your book or on the internet? We don't do your work for you, but we will help when you are stuck or confused on something.
 
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This is pretty easy. Look them up online. Most of the things listed should be in the first chapter of your book.

#1 is a design process, for any software engineering project. It's the 'recommended' flow when creating a program. So... what do you think problem definition is? Well, if you are creating a piece of software, you need to know what purpose it serves, right? That means you and your team (if you have one) must sit down together with the customer to find out the specifications to meet their demands. After you've done that, it's time to design how you're going to tackle the problem (alg. development).

Hopefully that's a start for you... I won't do the rest.
 

1. What is a "problem-related to C: Program Dev, White Space & Real Constants"?

A "problem-related to C: Program Dev, White Space & Real Constants" refers to any issue or challenge that arises during the development of a C programming language project that involves manipulating white space and real constants.

2. How do real constants affect C programming?

Real constants, also known as floating-point constants, are numerical values in a C program that have a decimal point. They can affect C programming in several ways, such as determining the precision of calculations and affecting the output of the program.

3. What is white space in C programming?

In C programming, white space refers to any non-printable characters, such as spaces, tabs, or line breaks, that are used to format the code for readability. While white space is not necessary for the functionality of the program, it is important for making the code easier to understand and maintain.

4. What are some common problems related to C programming and white space?

Some common problems related to C programming and white space include incorrect indentation, inconsistent use of white space, and errors caused by missing or misplaced white space. These issues can make the code difficult to read and debug.

5. How can I avoid problems related to C programming, white space, and real constants?

To avoid problems related to C programming, white space, and real constants, it is important to follow good coding practices, such as using consistent indentation and avoiding unnecessary white space. It is also helpful to test and debug your code regularly to catch any potential issues early on.

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