Programming Fundamentals Lecture 1: Introduction
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What can be defined as 'a machine that stores and manipulates information under the control of a changeable program'?

  • Input unit
  • Modern computer (correct)
  • Information manipulation device
  • Telescope

What is the main purpose of writing instructions in computer programming?

  • To manipulate information
  • To store data
  • To instruct the computer to perform tasks (correct)
  • To process information

What is the role of a programming language in computer programming?

  • Executing tasks (correct)
  • Interpreting data
  • Communicating with input units
  • Storing instructions

What is the difference between process and procedure?

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What is the difference between data and information?

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What is a programming language?

<p>A set of grammatical rules for instructing a computer to perform specific tasks (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is an example of a high-level programming language?

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Which of the following is an ordered set of steps to solve a problem?

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What are the advantages of interpreted languages?

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What is the purpose of an interpreter in a programming language?

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What type of error is a compilation error?

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What are runtime errors also known as?

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What is the general cause of runtime errors?

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What determines the choice of programming language to use?

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What does an interpreted language allow for?

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Which type of error causes our program to behave unexpectedly?

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Modern computer

A machine that stores and manipulates information under the control of a changeable program.

Purpose of programming instructions

To instruct the computer to perform specific tasks.

Programming language

A set of rules for instructing a computer to perform tasks.

Python

A high-level programming language known for its readability and versatility.

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Algorithm

An ordered set of steps to solve a problem.

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Interpreted language

A type of programming language that is executed line by line.

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Interpreter

A program that reads and executes code line by line.

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Compilation error

An error in the syntax of the code.

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Runtime errors

Errors that occur during the execution of a program.

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Logical error

Errors caused by logical flaws in the code.

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Process

The process of achieving a specific end.

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Procedure

A set of actions performed in a specific order.

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Data

Raw, unstructured data.

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Information

Structured and meaningful data.

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Factors influencing programming language choice

The type of computer the program is to run on and the programmer's expertise.

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Benefit of interpreted languages

Adding dynamic and interactive elements to web pages.

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