Introduction to Computer Programming Basics

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Which type of programming language uses English-like keywords such as 'FOR' and 'PRINT'?

  • High-level language (correct)
  • Machine language
  • Binary language
  • Assembly language

What is the primary characteristic of machine instructions?

  • They are represented in assembly language
  • They consist of English-like keywords
  • They are high-level instructions
  • They are in binary code (correct)

Which language is converted to machine code by an assembler?

  • Binary language
  • Assembly language (correct)
  • High-level language
  • English language

What is the main advantage of programming in high-level languages over assembly language?

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

In which type of programming language does each line of code typically produce one machine instruction?

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

Which type of language uses mnemonic representations of instructions and data?

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What does system software typically include?

<p>Operating systems and device drivers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of languages are closer to the machine and potentially more efficient?

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

What is the main advantage of High-Level Languages (HLL) over Machine Language?

<p>They are portable and machine-independent (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of computer programming, what task does an Operating System (OS) primarily perform?

<p>Allocating memory &amp; processor time (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are examples of Application Software categories mentioned in the text?

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Which layer of the computer system would typically include compilers and interpreters?

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