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What is the definition of a programming language?
What is the definition of a programming language?
- A vocabulary and set of grammatical rules for instructing a computer (correct)
- A list of ingredients and directions for the computer
- A set of rules for the chosen language
- A set of instructions for the computer to follow
What does a program contain, according to the text?
What does a program contain, according to the text?
- A list of ingredients and a list of directions (correct)
- A set of rules and a list of statements
- A set of ingredients and a list of grammatical rules
- A set of instructions and a list of variables
What is the purpose of a program, according to the text?
What is the purpose of a program, according to the text?
- To convert the program into machine language
- To control the computer
- To instruct the computer what to do with variables (correct)
- To create a set of instructions for the computer
What is the analogy used to describe a program in the text?
What is the analogy used to describe a program in the text?
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What is the ultimate goal when working with a programming language, according to the text?
What is the ultimate goal when working with a programming language, according to the text?
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Definition and Purpose of a Programming Language
- A programming language is a set of rules and instructions that a computer can understand and execute.
- A program contains a sequence of instructions, known as code, that the computer can execute to perform specific tasks.
- The purpose of a program is to solve a problem, automate a task, or create a software application.
- A program is analogous to a recipe, where the instructions (code) are followed to produce a desired outcome.
- The ultimate goal when working with a programming language is to create a program that is efficient, effective, and easy to maintain.
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Test your knowledge of programming languages with this quiz covering topics such as the definition of a program, generations of programming languages, and types of programming languages.
