CSCE101 Computer Programming Outline Quiz
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CSCE101 Computer Programming Outline Quiz

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What is a computer program?

  • A collection of data stored in a computer system
  • A series of hardware components
  • A set of step-by-step instructions to tell a computer how to solve a problem or carry out a task (correct)
  • A set of complex algorithms

    • What is the most valuable part of learning to program?

  • Memorizing all the keywords in programming languages
  • Learning the syntax of programming languages
  • Understanding the hardware components of a computer
  • Understanding how to arrange the sequence of instructions to solve a problem (correct)

    • What are programming languages made up of?

  • Keywords and grammar rules designed for creating computer instructions (correct)
  • Hardware components and circuit diagrams
  • Visual diagrams and flowcharts
  • Complex mathematical equations

    • How many instructions does a computer typically understand?

    <p>Only about 100 instructions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a compiler in programming?

    <p>Translating high-level language code into machine code</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which category of programming language is considered as the natural language of a particular computer?

    <p>Machine Language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of using assembly language?

    <p>To make programming easier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of language typically includes commands specific to a particular CPU or microprocessor?

    <p>Low-level languages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of a compiler when translating source code (high-level language) into machine language?

    <p>Converts all the statements in a source code in a single batch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of translator converts and executes one statement at a time while the program is running?

    <p>Interpreter</p> Signup and view all the answers

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