Is it possible to declare an array with a variable as its index value, so that the user himself/herself can enter the exact number of items required....??
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Jump to PostYes, it is possible but it is not recommended.
Why?
It is better to have dynamically allocated array in this case.
Again, why? Please assume that the compiler supports C99, since the obvious "it's not portable" prior to C99 is obvious.
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Nice tip about sizeof ;)
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