4.1.2 - Unit Summary
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What is a procedure in programming?
💡 Hint: Think about how code is organized.
What technique allows you to return to the original point in a program after a procedure is called?
💡 Hint: What data structure keeps track of multiple program states?
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What is the purpose of a procedure in programming?
💡 Hint: Think about why we would want to break down code.
True or False: The stack uses a Last In, First Out (LIFO) methodology.
💡 Hint: Consider how items are handled in a stack.
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Create a flow diagram that illustrates a nested procedure call scenario, showing how program context is pushed and popped from the stack.
💡 Hint: Visualize the flow of control as each procedure is invoked and returns.
Write a brief essay discussing the critical role of the stack in modern programming languages and potential issues that can arise when managing memory without it.
💡 Hint: Consider examples of programming mishaps that were related to context management.
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