13 Questions
What is a programmer?
A person who writes program instructions
What is a computer program?
A set of instructions that tell the computer how to perform a task
What are programming languages made up of?
Keywords, grammar rules, and graphic elements
What defines the grammar rules used when writing a computer program?
Syntax
Which type of statement provides information about the nature of the data or processing without initiating any action?
Non-executable statement
In terms of programming languages, what does semantics refer to?
Function of the command
Which type of statement usually starts with a keyword and initiates actions?
Executable statement
What is a word with a predefined meaning that is reserved by a program and defines commands and specific parameters for that code set?
Command
What is the function of a keyword in programming?
Initiates actions in the program
How can executable statements be described?
They initiate actions in the program
What does syntax refer to in programming languages?
The grammar rules used in writing the program
What is the role of non-executable statements in programming?
Provide information about data processing
What is meant by semantics in programming?
The function of the command
Test your knowledge of programming languages, computer programs, and the role of a programmer in creating source code instructions. Explore the keywords and grammar rules used in programming to create computer instructions.
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