Compiler and Programming Languages Quiz

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What is the main purpose of a compiler?

To analyze and report obvious programmer mistakes
To directly execute the program without translation
To bridge the gap between human-readable programming language and machine language
To translate a high-level language program into low-level machine language (correct)

What was the first real compiler developed?

FORTRAN COMPILER (correct)
Pascal COMPILER
BASIC COMPILER
COBOL COMPILER

Why is using high-level programming language beneficial for programming?

It requires less computational resources
It allows faster program development (correct)
It is more efficient in memory usage
It directly communicates with the computer hardware

What is the primary difference between high-level and low-level programming languages?

High-level languages are suitable for human programmers, while low-level languages are required by the computer (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does a compiler do during the translation process?

Attempts to spot and report obvious programmer mistakes (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of a compiler in programming?

The main function of a compiler is to translate a program written in a high-level language into low-level machine language that the computer can understand. Signup and view all the answers

When was the first real compiler developed and what was its name?

The first real compiler, the FORTRAN COMPILER, was developed in the late 1950s. Signup and view all the answers

Why is using a high-level programming language more beneficial compared to a low-level programming language?

Using a high-level language for programming allows for faster program development and is more suitable for human programmers. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a high-level programming language (HLPL) in programming?

The purpose of a high-level programming language is to provide a more understandable and easier-to-use language for human programmers, bridging the gap between machine language and human understanding. Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of using high-level language for programming?

Using high-level language for programming has a large impact on the speed of program development and allows for easier understanding and usage by human programmers. Signup and view all the answers