IGNOU PGDCA MCS 201 Programming in C and Python Previous Years Unsolved Papers E-Book

Manish Soni

• Herausgeber: Poorav Publications
• Kategorie: Wissenschaft und neue Technologien
• Serie: IGNOU PGDCA Unsolved Paper Books Series
• Sprache: Englisch

Seitenzahl: 56

Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2024

Beschreibung

The field of programming continues to evolve at a rapid pace, and mastering the fundamentals of languages like C and Python is crucial for any aspiring computer science student. This book, IGNOU Programming in C and Python: Previous Years Unsolved Papers, has been carefully curated to provide IGNOU students with an invaluable tool to prepare for their programming exams. By compiling unsolved question papers from previous years, this book aims to give students hands-on practice in solving real-world problems, which is key to mastering programming concepts in C and Python.
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) is known for its comprehensive and rigorous academic curriculum, and its programming courses are no exception. C and Python are foundational programming languages taught as part of the computer science curriculum, and their mastery is essential for success in both academic and professional settings. The C programming language forms the backbone of many software systems and applications, while Python is one of the most widely used languages in data science, artificial intelligence, and web development. This book bridges the gap between theory and practical application by offering students the opportunity to practice questions that have been part of the examination pattern in previous years.

This book is organized around previous years' unsolved papers, which are invaluable in providing students with a glimpse of how exam questions are structured. It not only tests students' knowledge of programming concepts but also helps them develop problem-solving skills that are vital for writing efficient and optimized code.
For C programming, the book includes questions that cover essential topics such as loops, conditionals, arrays, functions, pointers, structures, and file handling. Students are encouraged to practice these questions in an environment similar to their exams, giving them the opportunity to apply what they have learned in their coursework to real-world problems. Solving these papers will also give students insight into common pitfalls and challenges faced during exams.
Similarly, for Python, the book focuses on key areas such as data types, control structures, functions, file handling, object-oriented programming, and exception handling. Python, being a more flexible and intuitive language, allows students to think creatively and write cleaner, more efficient code. By working through the unsolved papers, students will sharpen their understanding of Python’s dynamic features, which are critical for modern programming.

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IGNOU PGDCA MCS 201 Programming in C and Python Previous Years Unsolved Papers

Manish Soni

Preface

The field of programming continues to evolve at a rapid pace, and mastering the fundamentals of languages like C and Python is crucial for any aspiring computer science student. This book, IGNOU Programming in C and Python: Previous Years Unsolved Papers, has been carefully curated to provide IGNOU students with an invaluable tool to prepare for their programming exams. By compiling unsolved question papers from previous years, this book aims to give students hands-on practice in solving real-world problems, which is key to mastering programming concepts in C and Python.

The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) is known for its comprehensive and rigorous academic curriculum, and its programming courses are no exception. C and Python are foundational programming languages taught as part of the computer science curriculum, and their mastery is essential for success in both academic and professional settings. The C programming language forms the backbone of many software systems and applications, while Python is one of the most widely used languages in data science, artificial intelligence, and web development. This book bridges the gap between theory and practical application by offering students the opportunity to practice questions that have been part of the examination pattern in previous years.

This book is organized around previous years' unsolved papers, which are invaluable in providing students with a glimpse of how exam questions are structured. It not only tests students' knowledge of programming concepts but also helps them develop problem-solving skills that are vital for writing efficient and optimized code.

For C programming, the book includes questions that cover essential topics such as loops, conditionals, arrays, functions, pointers, structures, and file handling. Students are encouraged to practice these questions in an environment similar to their exams, giving them the opportunity to apply what they have learned in their coursework to real-world problems. Solving these papers will also give students insight into common pitfalls and challenges faced during exams.

Similarly, for Python, the book focuses on key areas such as data types, control structures, functions, file handling, object-oriented programming, and exception handling. Python, being a more flexible and intuitive language, allows students to think creatively and write cleaner, more efficient code. By working through the unsolved papers, students will sharpen their understanding of Python’s dynamic features, which are critical for modern programming.

Table of Contents

Preface

Chapter 1: Term-End Examination, December, 2021

Chapter 2: Term-End Examination, June, 2022

Chapter 3: Term-End Examination, December, 2022

Chapter 4: Most asked Important Questions – Part A

Chapter 5: Most Asked Important Questions – Part B

Chapter 6: Most Asked Important Questions – Part C

Chapter 7: Most Asked Important Questions – Part D

Chapter 8: Most Asked Important Questions – Part E

Chapter 9: Most Asked Important Questions – Part F

Chapter 10: Most Asked Important Questions – Part G

Chapter 11: Most Asked Important Questions – Part H

Chapter 12: Most Asked Important Questions – Part I

MCS-201

Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications (PGDCA)

Chapter 1: Term-End Examination, December, 2021

MCS-201: Programming in C And Python

Time: 3 Hours

Maximum Marks: 100

Weightage: 70%

Note: Question No. 1 is compulsory. Attempt any three questions from the rest.

1. (a) Differentiate between Recursion and Iteration. Give suitable code in C for each.(5 marks)

(b) Compare flowchart and algorithm. Draw flowchart to find the factorial of a number entered by the user. (5marks)

(c) How does syntax error differ from semantic error? Give suitable example for each.

(5 marks)

(d) Explain the concept of call by reference, with suitable code in C. Give advantage and disadvantage of call by reference (5 marks)

(e) What is C-Python? Briefly discuss the relation between framework, library, package, and module in Python.(5 marks)

(f) Differentiate between mutable and immutable data types in Python. Briefly discuss the following data types of Python:(i) Lists(ii) Tuples(iii) Dictionaries(5 marks)

(g) What does the map() function do? Write a program in Python to print the square of the numbers present in the list, using the map() function.(5 marks)

(h) Compare overloading and overriding in Python. Give suitable example code for each.(5 marks)

2. (a) What are different data types in C? Explain the use of these data types with the help of a C program.(10 marks)

(b) Write Python code to perform the following:(i) Reading data from a file(ii) Creating a file and adding content to itSupport your code with suitable comments.(10 marks)

3. (a) List various looping control statements. Write the syntax of each statement. Also, draw a flowchart for each statement.(10 marks)

(b) What are Lambda functions? How do Lambda functions differ from built-in functions? Write a lambda function to calculate the cube of a number. Also, write the program to find the cube of a number without using a lambda function.(10 marks)

4. (a) Differentiate between Random access and Sequential access of files in C. Discuss the syntax and role of fseek() and rewind() function while accessing any file.(10 marks)

(b) What are Cursor Objects? Briefly discuss the utility of cursor objects. Write Python code for a cursor to execute the SQL query to print the version of the database. Support your program with suitable comments.(10 marks)

5. (a) Compare any two of the following (give suitable C code for each):(i) Buffered I/O and Unbuffered I/O(ii) Break and Continue Statement(iii) Structure and Union(10 marks)

(b) Differentiate between the following with the help of a suitable example for each:(i) Co-routines and subroutines(ii) Co-routines and threads(10 marks)

MCS-201

Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications (PGDCA)

Chapter 2: Term-End Examination, June, 2022

MCS-201: Programming in C And Python

Time: 3 hours

Maximum Marks: 100

(Weightage: 70%)

Note: Question number 1 is compulsory. Attempt any three questions from the rest.

1. (a) Compare flowchart and algorithm. Draw a flowchart to find the factorial of a number entered by a user.(5 marks)

(b) Write a program in C to print all ASCII codes. Support your program with suitable comments for better readability. (5 marks)

(c) Discuss the terms Typedef and Typecast in C, with the help of a suitable example of each. Analyze the code given below and give its output:(5 marks)

main() {

float f;

}

(d) Explain the concept Call by Reference. Give a suitable code in C to support your explanation. Also give the advantage of Call by Reference over Call by Value concept.(5 marks)

(e) What is Python? How does Python work? Compare module and package in the context of Python. (5 marks)