In class, we discussed static local variables in C. Answereach question below; if necessary, find and consult a reference on theC language (cite your source in your answer).

(a) For a non-static local variable in a C function, what is its scopeand what is its lifetime?

(b) For a static local variable in a C function, what is its scope andwhat is its lifetime?

(c) For a non-static global variable in C, what is its scope and whatis its lifetime?

(d) For a static global variable in C, what is its scope and what is itslifetime?

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16 November, 03:15

In class, we discussed static local variables in C. Answereach question below; if necessary, find and consult a reference on theC language (cite your source in your answer).

(a) For a non-static local variable in a C function, what is its scopeand what is its lifetime?

(b) For a static local variable in a C function, what is its scope andwhat is its lifetime?

(c) For a non-static global variable in C, what is its scope and whatis its lifetime?

(d) For a static global variable in C, what is its scope and what is itslifetime?

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Jabari Cobb · Answer 1

(a) scope: function, lifetime: duration of the function

(b) scope: function, lifetime: duration of the program

(c) scope: global (all modules), lifetime: duration of the program

(d) scope: module (file), lifetime: duration of the program