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 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

What is the primary function of secondary storage?

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

What are examples of output devices?

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

What is the language of a computer?

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

Which coding scheme is used by IBM?

<p>EBCDIC (A)</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 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which programming languages are considered high-level languages?

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

What is the primary function of system programs?

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

What is a byte?

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

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