If You Attempt to Use a Local Variable Before It

question 14

Multiple Choice

If you attempt to use a local variable before it has been given a value, __________.

• A) a compiler error will occur
• B) the local variable will always contain the value 0
• C) the results will be unpredictable
• D) the local variable will be ignored

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Definitions:

Expense Incurred

Costs that have been incurred by a business in the process of earning revenue, often recognized in the accounting period when they are incurred, regardless of when payment is made.

Asset Decrease

A reduction in the value or amount of the assets owned by an organization.

Liability Increase

An augmentation in the current obligations that a company owes, which may include loans, accounts payable, mortgages, deferred revenues, or other debts.

Cost Of Assets Consumed

Expenses associated with the using up of assets resulting from operational activities.