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Simplified Modular Programming QBasic

Modular programming is a technique that divides large programs into smaller, manageable modules, enhancing maintainability, reusability, and collaboration. In QBasic, this is achieved using functions and sub-procedures, where functions return values and sub-procedures perform tasks without returning values. The document provides examples of calculating the area of a circle, volume of a cube, and surface area and volume of a hemisphere using these modular programming concepts.

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Simplified Modular Programming QBasic

Modular programming is a technique that divides large programs into smaller, manageable modules, enhancing maintainability, reusability, and collaboration. In QBasic, this is achieved using functions and sub-procedures, where functions return values and sub-procedures perform tasks without returning values. The document provides examples of calculating the area of a circle, volume of a cube, and surface area and volume of a hemisphere using these modular programming concepts.

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Modular Programming in QBasic

What is Modular Programming?


Modular programming is a method where large programs are broken down into smaller, manageable pieces
called modules. Each module handles a specific part of the task, making the program easier to understand
and maintain.

Benefits of Modular Programming


Modular programming has several benefits:
1. **Easier to Maintain**: Small modules are easier to debug and maintain.
2. **Reusability**: Modules can be reused in other programs.
3. **Easier Collaboration**: Different modules can be developed by different programmers simultaneously.
4. **Simplifies Complex Programs**: Breaking down complex programs into smaller modules makes them
easier to manage.

Modular Programming in QBasic


QBasic uses functions and sub-procedures to implement modular programming. Functions return a value
after completing a task, while sub-procedures simply perform tasks without returning a value.

Sub Procedures
Sub-procedures are used when a task needs to be done without returning any value. They are defined using
the `SUB` keyword and can be called as needed within the program.

Functions
Functions perform a task and return a result. They are useful when you need a calculation or data to be
returned after completing the function's task. Functions are defined using the `FUNCTION` keyword.

Example 1: Finding the Area of a Circle


```qbasic
DECLARE FUNCTION AreaOfCircle (radius AS SINGLE)

INPUT "Enter the radius of the circle: ", radius


PRINT "The area of the circle is: ", AreaOfCircle(radius)

FUNCTION AreaOfCircle (radius AS SINGLE)


CONST pi = 3.14159
AreaOfCircle = pi * radius * radius
END FUNCTION
```
Example 2: Finding the Volume of a Cube
```qbasic
DECLARE FUNCTION VolumeOfCube (side AS SINGLE)

INPUT "Enter the side length of the cube: ", side


PRINT "The volume of the cube is: ", VolumeOfCube(side)

FUNCTION VolumeOfCube (side AS SINGLE)


VolumeOfCube = side ^ 3
END FUNCTION
```

Example 3: Finding the Surface Area and Volume of a Hemisphere


```qbasic
DECLARE FUNCTION SurfaceAreaHemisphere (radius AS SINGLE)
DECLARE FUNCTION VolumeHemisphere (radius AS SINGLE)

INPUT "Enter the radius of the hemisphere: ", radius


PRINT "Surface area of the hemisphere: ", SurfaceAreaHemisphere(radius)
PRINT "Volume of the hemisphere: ", VolumeHemisphere(radius)

FUNCTION SurfaceAreaHemisphere (radius AS SINGLE)


CONST pi = 3.14159
SurfaceAreaHemisphere = 3 * pi * radius * radius
END FUNCTION

FUNCTION VolumeHemisphere (radius AS SINGLE)


CONST pi = 3.14159
VolumeHemisphere = (2 / 3) * pi * radius * radius * radius
END FUNCTION
```

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