4.2.2 - Script side-effects
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What is a script file in MATLAB?
💡 Hint: Remember what file extension MATLAB uses for these files.
Why can script files be problematic?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when two variables share the same name.
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What is a potential risk of using script files?
💡 Hint: Consider how scripts interact with the workspace.
True or False: Function M-files allow you to manage variables better than script files.
💡 Hint: Think about the isolation features of functions in MATLAB.
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Create a MATLAB script that contains variables with conflicting names and observe the output when executed.
💡 Hint: Use different variable names to understand the impact of overwriting.
Develop a function that performs a calculation and compare it with a script performing the same operation. Highlight any differences in workspace behaviors.
💡 Hint: Pay attention to how variables are declared and where they're stored.
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