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What is the difference between interpretation and compilation in programming languages?
What is the difference between interpretation and compilation in programming languages?
- Interpretation translates code into machine language all at once before execution, while compilation translates code into machine language and executes it line by line.
- Interpretation is used for high-level languages, while compilation is used for low-level languages.
- Interpretation translates code into machine language and executes it line by line, while compilation translates code into machine language all at once before execution. (correct)
- Interpretation and compilation are the same process but with different names.
Why is it important for programmers to understand how programming languages are implemented?
Why is it important for programmers to understand how programming languages are implemented?
- To choose the appropriate language for solving specific problems based on language characteristics. (correct)
- To understand the theory behind programming languages.
- To learn about the history of programming languages.
- To impress potential employers with in-depth technical knowledge.
What is the purpose of studying how compilers translate code into an execution file?
What is the purpose of studying how compilers translate code into an execution file?
- To optimize code execution speed.
- To improve code readability and maintainability.
- To create new programming languages.
- To understand errors returned by compilers and identify faulty code. (correct)
Why do programmers need to know the characteristics of each programming language?
Why do programmers need to know the characteristics of each programming language?
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What does studying programming languages provide increased capacity for?
What does studying programming languages provide increased capacity for?
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