Writing maintainable code

Question 1

What is the purpose of defensive design in programming?

Answer 1

To anticipate and handle potential errors or misuse

Question 2

What is the purpose of using comments in maintainable code?

Answer 2

Explain the purpose of the program. Explain sections of code (selections

Question 3

How can white space improve code readability?

Answer 3

It makes sections of a program easier to see by visually separating them.

Question 4

Why is indentation important in code?

Answer 4

It makes sections of a program easier to see by visually separating them.

Question 5

Why is indentation important in code? (duplicate question)

Answer 5

It is used for every selection and iteration branch to improve readability and structure.

Question 6

What should you consider when naming variables?

Answer 6

Use descriptive variable names and explain their purpose when declared.

Question 7

What are the benefits of using procedures and functions in code?

Answer 7

Structure the code. Eliminate duplicating code.

Question 8

Where should user constants be declared in a program?

Answer 8

At the top of the program.