Introduction to Computers and Programming Languages
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In the context of programming, what is the purpose of the Step 3 - Maintenance in the Problem Analysis–Coding–Execution Cycle?

  • To verify that the algorithm works
  • To implement the algorithm in code
  • To thoroughly understand the problem
  • To use and modify the program if the problem domain changes (correct)
  • What is the main purpose of a compiler in programming?

  • To verify that the algorithm works
  • To implement the algorithm in code
  • To translate a program written in a high-level language into machine language (correct)
  • To outline the problem and its requirements
  • Which step of the Problem Analysis–Coding–Execution Cycle involves designing steps (algorithm) to solve the problem?

  • Step 1 - Analyze the problem (correct)
  • Step 2 - Implement the algorithm
  • Step 3 - Maintenance
  • None of the above
  • What is an algorithm in the context of programming?

    <p>A step-by-step problem-solving process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How would you write the equation 'wages = rate * hours' in C++?

    <p>wages = rate * hours;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the control unit in the CPU?

    <p>Controls flow of information in and out of main memory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of secondary storage?

    <p>Stores information permanently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are examples of output devices?

    <p>Monitor, printer, secondary storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the language of a computer?

    <p>Machine language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which coding scheme is used by IBM?

    <p>EBCDIC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of an assembler?

    <p>Translates a program written in assembly language into machine language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which programming languages are considered high-level languages?

    <p>FORTRAN, C++, C#, Java</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of system programs?

    <p>Control the computer, such as an operating system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a byte?

    <p>A sequence of eight bits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to everything in main memory when the computer power is turned off?

    <p>Everything in main memory is lost</p> Signup and view all the answers

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