Programming Techniques 11

Question 1

Define local variable.

Answer 1

A local variable is typically declared inside a subroutine and can only be accessed by that subroutine. It is created when the subroutine is called and is destroyed when the subroutine ends.

Question 2

Define global variable.

Answer 2

A global variable is typically declared at the top of a program outside any subroutine and is accessible throughout the program. It is created when the program starts and is destroyed when the program ends.