In C++, You Can Pass a Variable by Reference and Still

question 7

Multiple Choice

In C++, you can pass a variable by reference and still prevent the function from changing its value by using the keyword ____ in the formal parameter declaration.

• A) automatic
• B) private
• C) static
• D) const

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