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?

Process achieves an end, procedure conducts actions Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between data and information?

Data is unstructured, information is structured Signup and view all the answers

What is a programming language?

A set of grammatical rules for instructing a computer to perform specific tasks Signup and view all the answers

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

Python Signup and view all the answers

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

Algorithm Signup and view all the answers

What are the advantages of interpreted languages?

Allows complex tasks to be performed in relatively few steps Signup and view all the answers

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

To convert human-readable code into computer-readable instructions Signup and view all the answers

What type of error is a compilation error?

Syntax error Signup and view all the answers

What are runtime errors also known as?

Exceptions Signup and view all the answers

What is the general cause of runtime errors?

Mistakes made by well-versed and experienced programmers Signup and view all the answers

What determines the choice of programming language to use?

The type of computer the program is to run on, and the expertise of the programmer Signup and view all the answers

What does an interpreted language allow for?

'The addition of dynamic and interactive activities to web pages Signup and view all the answers

Which type of error causes our program to behave unexpectedly?

Logical error Signup and view all the answers

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