18 Questions
What is a variable in programming?
A named memory location whose contents can vary over time
Why do you need to include a declaration for a variable in most programming languages?
To allocate memory for the variable and specify its data type and identifier
What distinguishes a named constant from a variable?
A named constant can be assigned a value only once, while a variable can vary
What is the purpose of modularization in programming?
To divide a program's tasks into separate, reusable modules
How does a main program execute a module?
By calling the module using its name to invoke its execution
In programming, what does a declaration for a variable provide?
'Data type and an identifier before use
What is the primary function of a compiler or an interpreter in the context of programming languages?
To translate source code into machine language
What is the difference between syntax errors and logical errors in programming?
Syntax errors are caused by incorrect use of programming language syntax, while logical errors are caused by flawed program logic
Which of the following is an example of system software?
Windows 10
What is the primary purpose of machine language (binary language) in the context of computer systems?
To represent instructions in a form that can be directly executed by the computer's hardware
Which of the following is an example of application software?
Both B and C
What is the primary role of hardware components in a computer system?
To physically process and store data based on software instructions
Which of the following statements about program logic is true?
Program logic involves writing instructions in a specific sequence, without omissions or extraneous steps
What is the purpose of pseudocode?
To represent the logical steps required to solve a problem in a language-independent way
Which of the following is not a step in the programming process described in the text?
Optimize the program for performance
What is the purpose of translating source code into machine language?
To allow the computer to execute the program's instructions
What is the difference between pseudocode and a flowchart?
Pseudocode is a textual representation, while a flowchart is a graphical representation
According to the programming process described, when does program maintenance occur?
After the program is put into production
Learn about the importance of developing correct logic in programming, including writing instructions in a specific sequence, avoiding missing instructions, and excluding extraneous ones. Understand the steps of problem understanding, logic planning, and code writing in programming.
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