CS101 Final Term Review 2020

The process of identifying and correcting errors in a program.

A mnemonic is a system that uses easily remembered words or abbreviations to represent instructions or data.

An assembler is a program that converts mnemonic instructions into machine language instructions

<p>Assembly languages are machine-dependent, meaning a program written for one type of computer might not work on another. Additionally, assembly languages require programmers to think in terms of small, incremental steps which can be tedious and error-prone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A translator program converts high-level programming language instructions into machine language instructions that can be executed by a computer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>COBOL (A), FORTRAN (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The goal of machine independence is to create programming languages that can be used on any computer without modifications.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The lack of agreement on the precise definition of a language and differences in how different computers handle input and output operations can hinder machine independence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An interpreter translates and executes a program line by line, unlike a compiler which translates the entire program first.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Formal languages are languages that are precisely defined by grammatical rules.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A programming paradigm is a fundamental style of computer programming that serves as a pattern or model for designing and implementing software.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Object-Oriented (A), Imperative (B), Functional (C), Declarative (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The imperative paradigm, also known as the procedural paradigm, focuses on defining a sequence of commands that manipulate data to produce a desired outcome. It emphasizes how to solve a problem rather than what the problem is.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The functional paradigm views a program as a series of functions that take inputs and produce outputs. It emphasizes a high level of abstraction and modularity, focusing on building programs from smaller, reusable functions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The object-oriented paradigm views software systems as collections of objects that encapsulate data and methods that operate on that data. It encourages modularity, code reusability, and data hiding.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The goal of software engineering is to find principles that guide the development of efficient, reliable software products.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The major steps in the traditional software development life cycle are requirements analysis, design, implementation, and testing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>CASE tools are computerized systems designed to assist in various aspects of software development, including project planning, management, documentation, prototyping, and simulation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The three main types of software documentation are user documentation, system documentation, and technical documentation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The purpose of user documentation is to guide users on how to use the software effectively, describing its features and functions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Technical documentation provides instructions on how to install, operate, and maintain the software, as well as troubleshoot potential problems.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The primary goal of human-machine interface design is to create a user-friendly and intuitive interaction with the software system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Some of the key human characteristics include limited attention span, cognitive limitations, and the need for clear and consistent communication.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The main categories of intellectual property rights include copyrights, patents, and trademarks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A copyright grants the creator of an original work exclusive rights to reproduce, distribute, and modify their work.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A patent grants an inventor exclusive rights to make, use, and sell their invention for a limited period.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A software license is a legal agreement that grants users permission to use a software product under certain conditions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A design pattern is a pre-defined solution for a recurring problem in software design, offering proven approaches and guidelines for addressing common challenges.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The adapter pattern enables the integration of existing code or components that have incompatible interfaces by creating an intermediary adapter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The decorator pattern allows for the dynamic addition of functionality to an existing object without altering its core structure. It provides a way to extend or enhance the behavior of an object at runtime.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The front controller pattern centralizes the handling of user requests, providing a single entry point for all interactions with the application.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The shopping cart design pattern is useful for applications where users are able to add multiple items to a cart, manage their selections, and proceed with a purchase when ready.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Pareto Principle, often referred to as the 80/20 rule, states that a significant portion of results or impacts are often caused by a relatively small percentage of factors or efforts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Acceptance testing (A), Black-box testing (C), White-box testing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Black-box testing focuses on the external functionality of a software system, without considering its internal structure or code. It simulates how a user would interact with the software system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Acceptance testing is a final step in the software testing process, where the software is evaluated by the intended users to ensure that it meets their requirements and expectations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Software documentation plays a crucial role in guiding users on how to use the software, aiding developers in understanding its internal structure, and providing information for maintenance and future enhancement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Human-machine interaction analysis aims to create a user-friendly and effective software interface by considering human cognitive abilities, limitations, and preferences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The main disciplines that inform human-machine interaction analysis are ergonomics and cognitive science.</p> Signup and view all the answers