Mastering C++: A Comprehensive Quiz Based on 'Thinking in C++'

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Test your C++ skills with our quiz based on Bruce Eckel's 'Thinking in C++'. Dive into object-oriented programming, advanced topics, and fundamentals. Perfect for learners and experts alike. Assess your knowledge and become a C++ master!

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Why do coding styles carry artifacts from pre-Standard C according to the author?

Due to unawareness of updates
Lack of education on Standard C
Convenience
Historical coding constraints

The correct answer is: Historical coding constraints

Historical coding constraints is the correct answer. This is because prior to the standardized version of the C programming language, coding styles were developed based on limitations and conventions of earlier versions of the language, resulting in certain artifacts being carried over. Options A and B are incorrect because they suggest that the reason for artifacts is due to lack of knowledge or awareness, which is not the case as coding styles are often based on preferences and conventions rather than lack of education or updates. Option C may seem like a plausible answer, but it is not specific enough and does not address the question about pre-Standard C artifacts.