C - Elements of C Language Questions and Answers

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The Elements of C Language questions with answers cover the fundamental building blocks of C programming, including variables, data types, operators, and control structures. These programming questions and answers are ideal for beginners aiming to strengthen their coding foundation. Each question is designed to test conceptual clarity and coding accuracy, commonly seen in TCS, Wipro, and Infosys placement exams. With explanations and examples, these MCQs help learners prepare effectively for both academic tests and real-world programming challenges.

C - Elements of C Language

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1.  Who developed the C language

  • Ken Thompson
  • Bjarne Stroutstrup
  • Dennis Ritchie
  • Kernighan
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2.  When was the C language developed ?

  • 1970
  • 1972
  • 1975
  • 1976
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3.  Where was the C language developed ?

  • Microsoft Corporation
  • Sun Microsystem
  • AT & Bell Laboratory
  • CERN, European Particle Physics Laboratory
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4.  Who developed the language B ?

  • Pascal
  • Bjarne Stroutstrup
  • Kernighan
  • KenThompson
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5. Which language was the predecessor of C ?

  • A
  • BCPL
  • B
  • CPL
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6. An identifiercannot start with 

  • _
  • uppercase alphabet
  • lowercase alphabet
  • #
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7. Which is not a keyword in C ?

  • const
  • man
  • sizeof
  • void
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8.  Identify the scalar data type in C. 

  • double
  • union
  • function
  • array
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9.  Identify the derived data type in C. 

  • int
  • float
  • union
  • char
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10.  Which data type can either be used either be used to represents a scalar data type or derived data type ?

  • pointer
  • double
  • structure
  • union
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