Question

What is the .d file format’s use in C?

(a) For managing dependencies

(b) For the D programming language

(c) For storing the variables and memory locations

(d) For creating new errors in dependencies

I have been asked this question during an online exam.

My question is taken from Compilation topic in portion Arduino Programming of Arduino

Answer 1

The correct answer is (a) For managing dependencies

The explanation: The “.d” file format is used for managing and generating the dependency list for a program. A dependency is a supporting program that has the functionality that is required for the smooth and in times, the very execution of another program.