Programming in C++, 2nd Edition

Chapter 7

Functions in C++

CHAPTER OUTLINE

7.1   Introduction

7.2   Parts of a Function

7.3   Passing Arguments

7.4   Lvalues and Rvalues

7.5   Return by Reference

7.6   Returning More Values by Reference

7.7   Default Arguments

7.8   const Arguments

7.9   Inputting Default Arguments

7.10   Inline Functions

7.11   Function Overloading

7.12   Principles of Function Overloading

7.13   Precautions with Function Overloading

7.14   Recursion

7.15   Library Functions

7.16   More Programs

7.1   INTRODUCTION

In our daily life, most of the complex works are done by a group of people. This results in better productivity and quality. Work is done at a great speed. Normally, big work is distributed among many people. For example, to declare the result ...