added few more details about functions. (#19271)
Added some details about how and where to define functions and spoke about calling a function.
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@ -6,6 +6,8 @@ title: Functions in C++
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A function is a group of statements that together perform a task. Every C++ program has at least one function, which is `main()`.
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A function declaration tells the compiler about a function's name, return type, and parameters. A function definition provides the actual body of the function.
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One must always make sure, before using a function in the program, the function is defined.
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Even if function definition is after the main, just the function name and its arguments have to be declared above, so that compiler knows what is being talked about.
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## The general form of a C++ function definition:
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return result;
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}
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## calling a function:
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int res;
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res=max(5,10);
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// if the function returns a value, assign it to that variable, else just call it like function(arg1,arg2);
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```
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## Why are functions important?
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