Ternary operator in C: solved exercise

Ternary operator in C: solved exercise

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Problem statement

Solve the practical case and verify the console output.

C solution

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#include <stdio.h>

int main(void) {
    int edad = 20;
    const char *msg = (edad >= 18) ? "Mayor de edad" : "Menor de edad";
    printf("%s\n", msg);
    return 0;
}

Expected output

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Mayor de edad

Common mistakes

  • Not validating standard-function return values.
  • Ignoring edge cases for indices, pointers, or buffers.
  • Skipping example-based test runs before publishing.

Practical use

The ternary operator is useful for simple conditional assignments and in macros where a compact expression is needed.

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FAQ

Is this exercise useful for C exams and technical interviews?

Yes. It targets patterns that commonly appear in practice assignments, technical interviews, and C programming exams.

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How should I practice this exercise type to improve faster?

Start with small inputs, run edge cases (empty, one item, max capacity), then rewrite the solution from scratch without copying.