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What is a computer program?
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?
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?
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?
How many instructions does a computer typically understand?
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What is the role of a compiler in programming?
What is the role of a compiler in programming?
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Which category of programming language is considered as the natural language of a particular computer?
Which category of programming language is considered as the natural language of a particular computer?
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What is the main purpose of using assembly language?
What is the main purpose of using assembly language?
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Which type of language typically includes commands specific to a particular CPU or microprocessor?
Which type of language typically includes commands specific to a particular CPU or microprocessor?
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What is the function of a compiler when translating source code (high-level language) into machine language?
What is the function of a compiler when translating source code (high-level language) into machine language?
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Which type of translator converts and executes one statement at a time while the program is running?
Which type of translator converts and executes one statement at a time while the program is running?
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