Computer Science 121 – Fall 2016 Program 2 – Due Tues 959425

Computer Science 121 – Fall 2016 Program #2 – Due Tuesday, 9/6 by 11:50 am on Titanium (also submit printout)

Write a C++ program that will: Present the user with a menu of choices: 1. Random number 2. String 3. Type Casting 4. Integer Math Then, in an if-else if structure (or switch) write the code for each option.

Option 1: Write out a random number in the range of -5 to 5 (including both 5 and -5). The program should be able to write out a different random number each time the program is run.

Option 2: Prompt the user and read in a string (that contains blank spaces) from the keyboard. Write out the length of the input string along with the first and last characters in the string.

Option 3: Ask the user for an integer in the range of 33-126, and read this integer in from the keyboard. Treating this integer as an ASCII value, write out the character that the number represents. Then, ask the user for a character input and read their input into a char variable. Write out the ASCII value that the computer uses to represent this input character.

Option 4: Ask the user for 2 integers and read them into 2 int variables (i.e., A, B). Using only +=, -=, and =, add the two int variables and store the result in the first input variable (A -1). Write out the new values of the two variables (in original order A, B). Write out text messages with all numeric output to explain what has been done.

Required Comments:

- Name block (your name, course number, assignment number)

- After the name block: A simple description of what the program does.

- Before each option in the if-else if, briefly say what that section is for.

- When done: Print out and submit your code. Also submit the .cpp file on Titanium.

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Computer Science 121 Fall 2016 Program 2 Due Tuesday 9 6 by 11 50 am on Titanium also submit printout

Computer Science 121 – Fall 2016 Program #2 – Due Tuesday, 9/6 by 11:50 am on Titanium (also submit printout)

This program is designed to demonstrate fundamental programming concepts in C++, including menu-driven user interaction, random number generation, string manipulation, type casting, and basic arithmetic operations. It serves as an academic exercise to reinforce programming logic, input/output handling, and conditional structures through a series of defined options, each illustrating different programming techniques.

Programming Structure and Implementation

The program begins by displaying a menu with four options for the user to select, using either an if-else if ladder or a switch-case structure to determine which block of code to execute. Before the core logic, it includes a comment block with the programmer's name, course, and assignment details, along with a brief program description. Throughout, clear and descriptive comments are provided before each section, indicating the purpose of the code that follows.

Option 1: Random Number Generation

This section initializes the random number generator with srand and time(0) to ensure different output each run. It then generates a random integer within the range of -5 to 5, inclusive, and outputs this number with an explanatory message. This demonstrates basic random number functionality and bounds control using arithmetic manipulation on rand().

Option 2: String Input and Analysis

The program prompts the user to enter a string containing spaces, utilizing getline to capture full input. It calculates the string length using length(), then extracts the first and last characters using indexing. The program outputs these details, illustrating string handling, length calculation, and character access.

Option 3: Type Casting and ASCII Manipulation

The user is asked to input an integer between 33 and 126, which corresponds to a printable ASCII character. The program then casts this integer to a char type and displays the corresponding character. Next, it prompts for a character input, reads it, and displays its ASCII code by casting the character back to an integer. This demonstrates type casting and ASCII value interpretation.

Option 4: Integer Math with Limited Operators

The program asks for two integers, A and B, and performs a series of operations using only +=, -=, and =. It updates A to A + B, B to B – A, then again A to A + B, and B to B -1, while displaying the final results with clear explanations. This exercise emphasizes understanding of arithmetic operations, variable assignments, and operator limitations.

Conclusion

This comprehensive program integrates multiple programming techniques, providing an educational example of user interaction, random number generation, string processing, type casting, and arithmetic manipulation within C++. Proper comments, clear output messages, and structured code improve readability and reinforce core programming concepts.

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