Suppose a Variable Is Passed by Reference to a Parameter

question 46

Multiple Choice

Suppose a variable is passed by reference to a parameter of a Sub procedure, and the parameter has its value changed inside the Sub procedure. What will the value of the variable be after the Sub procedure has executed?

• A) It will have the newly modified value from inside the Sub procedure.
• B) Its value can't be determined without more information.
• C) It will retain the value it had before the call to the Sub procedure.
• D) None of the above

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Definitions:

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