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//
//	hello.cpp
//
//	This program illustrates a few elementary features of C++. 
//	Note, for example, the global function and the lack of "new"
//	in the string declaration.  At the same time, note the
//	similarity of the C++ loop and if/else syntax to that of Java.
//
//	1/3/03 (Jeff Ondich) Wrote it.
//
//
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#include <iostream>
#include <string>

// A prototype for a global function.
void report_parity( int n );


// The main program.
int main()
{
	int			nGreetings;
	string		name;

	cout << "What's your name? ";
	cin >> name;

	cout << "How many greetings do you desire? ";
	cin >> nGreetings;

	for( int i=0; i < nGreetings; i++ )
	{
		cout << "Howdy, " << name << endl;
	}

	report_parity( nGreetings );

	return 0;
}


// Reports to the user whether the given integer is even or odd.

void report_parity( int n )
{
	if( n % 2 == 0 )
		cout << "You asked for an even number of greetings." << endl;
	else
		cout << "You asked for an odd number of greetings." << endl;

}