1. Midterm Exam Preperation
Review for Exam 1
B. Ramamurthy
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Midterm Exam Preperation

2. Midterm Exam Preperation
Topics for the test
Chapters 1,2, 3, 4, 5 and 6
General concepts about computer systems (block diagram of computer)
Problem solving steps and Simple C++ programs
Data types: char, int, double, Boolean, string
Arithmetic Operators: +, - , %, /
Relational operators: > >= <= != ==
Boolean operators: && ||
Simple input/output
Preprocessor commands
Pseudo code
Program structure
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3. Topics for the test (contd.)
Working with files
File operations
Control Structures
if statement
if..else statement
switch statement
Relational operators.. Conditional expressions
While, for, do..while
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Midterm Exam Preperation

4. Exam Format and point distribution (tentative)
Multiple choice – 60 (20 X 3) points
Short answers – 40 (5 X 8 ) points
Closed book exam.
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5. What to bring to the exam?
Pencils, pens, and erasers
No calculators allowed
Be on time
Bring any form of picture ID.
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6. Midterm Exam Preperation
How to prepare?
Read the chapters and sections indicated.
Use the class notes as guideline.
Work on relevant exercises at the end of the chapters.
Write the code, execute and check the correctness on Visual C++ environment.
Use office hours, extra help hours and to answer any questions you may have about the material covered.
11/18/2018
Midterm Exam Preperation