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Introduction to Computer Programming

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What does a computer need to be told in order to be useful?

The time of day
What to display on the screen
A series of instructions (correct)
What buttons to press

What is the term for the instructions that a computer follows to solve a problem?

System process
Computer program
Algorithm (correct)
Software instructions

What are the four basic components of information processing?

CPU, memory, input, and output (correct)
Hard drive, RAM, motherboard, and power supply
CPU, memory, input, and software
Keyboard, monitor, mouse, and printer

What is the term for the manner and method of solving a problem and writing a computer program?

Programming paradigm (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a computer program?

To perform tasks and solve problems (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which programming paradigm emphasizes objects rather than actions?

Object-oriented programming (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is another term for functional programming?

What-oriented programming (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between symbolic and non-symbolic programming?

Manipulation of abstract symbols versus mathematical calculations (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a class in object-oriented programming?

To group objects based on their operations, functions, and behaviors (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the emphasis of functional programming?

How a command is done (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of rule-based programming?

It solves a problem by following logical rules (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between object-oriented and functional programming?

Object-oriented programming emphasizes objects, while functional programming emphasizes functions (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of algorithms in functional programming?

To use mathematical functions to arrive at a solution (D) Signup and view all the answers