Data Types in Computer Science Quiz
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What is a data type in computer science and programming?

  • A collection of data values with specified operations and representations (correct)
  • A set of functions for manipulating data
  • A specific value used in programming languages
  • A type of data structure
  • What are the basic data types supported by most programming languages?

  • Integer numbers, floating-point numbers, characters, and Booleans (correct)
  • Arrays, stacks, queues, and linked lists
  • File, date, time, and void
  • Pointers, structures, unions, and enumerations
  • Why may a data type be specified in a program?

  • For similarity, convenience, or to focus the attention (correct)
  • To restrict the number of variables in the program
  • To increase the program's execution speed
  • To reduce the memory usage
  • What does a data type specification in a program constrain?

    <p>The possible values that an expression might take</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Do all programming languages explicitly include the notion of data type?

    <p>Yes, almost all programming languages explicitly include the notion of data type</p> Signup and view all the answers

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