ICSE Class 10 Computer Applications Question 27 of 36

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Write a program to accept the names of 10 cities in a single dimensional string array and their STD (Subscribers Trunk Dialling) codes in another single dimensional integer array. Search for a name of a city input by the user in the list. If found, display "Search Successful" and print the name of the city along with its STD code, or else display the message "Search Unsuccessful, No such city in the list".

import java.util.Scanner;

public class KboatStdCodes
{
    public static void main(String args[]) {
        final int SIZE = 10;
        Scanner in = new Scanner(System.in);
        String cities[] = new String[SIZE];
        String stdCodes[] = new String[SIZE];
        System.out.println("Enter " + SIZE + 
                 " cities and their STD codes:");
        
        for (int i = 0;  i < SIZE; i++) {
            System.out.print("Enter City Name: ");
            cities[i] = in.nextLine();
            System.out.print("Enter its STD Code: ");
            stdCodes[i] = in.nextLine();
        }
        
        System.out.print("Enter name of city to search: ");
        String city = in.nextLine();
        
        int idx;
        for (idx = 0;  idx < SIZE; idx++) {
            if (city.compareToIgnoreCase(cities[idx]) == 0) {
                break;
            }
        }
        
        if (idx < SIZE) {
            System.out.println("Search Successful");
            System.out.println("City: " + cities[idx]);
            System.out.println("STD Code: " + stdCodes[idx]);
        }
        else {
            System.out.println("Search Unsuccessful");
        }
    }
}
Output
BlueJ output of KboatStdCodes.java
Answer

Source: This question is from String Handling, Computer Applications — Class 10, ICSE Board.

Key Concepts Covered

This question tests your understanding of the following concepts from the chapter String Handling: Question, Program, Accept, Names, Cities, Single. These are fundamental topics in Computer Applications that students are expected to master as part of the ICSE Class 10 curriculum.

A thorough understanding of these concepts will help you answer similar questions confidently in your ICSE examinations. These topics are frequently tested in both objective and subjective sections of Computer Applications papers. We recommend revising the relevant section of your textbook alongside practising these solved examples to build a strong foundation.

How to Approach This Question

Read the question carefully and identify what is being asked. Break down complex questions into smaller parts. Use the terminology and concepts discussed in this chapter. Structure your answer logically — begin with a definition or key statement, then provide supporting details. Review your answer to ensure it addresses all parts of the question completely.

Key Points to Remember

  • Write programs with proper indentation and comments.
  • Trace through your code with sample inputs to verify correctness.
  • Explain the logic behind each step of your solution.
  • Familiarise yourself with common library functions and methods.

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