Software Development Processes Quiz
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What is the main difference between interpreted programs and compiled programs?

  • Interpreted programs translate quicker than compiled programs. (correct)
  • Compiled programs translate quicker than interpreted programs.
  • Compiled programs have slower execution speed than interpreted programs.
  • Interpreted programs have slower execution speed than compiled programs.

    • In pseudocode, how is the conversion of a price from British pounds into Dollars represented?

  • DollarPrice = 1.62 * PoundPrice
  • LET DollarPrice = 1.62 * PoundPrice (correct)
  • Convert DollarPrice = 1.62 * PoundPrice
  • SET DollarPrice = 1.62 * PoundPrice

    • What is the purpose of the 'INPUT' operation in programming?

  • To output the final result
  • To get data into the program (correct)
  • To compute a value
  • To store data in memory

    • What type of data includes whole numbers like 10, -45, and 0?

    <p>Numeric data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In data processing, what does the statement 'Set DollarPrice = 1.62 * PoundPrice' represent?

    <p>Data computation operation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which section of programming documentation specifies how to convert a price from British pounds into dollars?

    <p>Pseudocode</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of external documentation in software development?

    <p>To provide a user's guide and system administrator's guide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of error occurs when the program runs but does not produce the expected results?

    <p>Logic error</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key characteristic of structured programming?

    <p>Combining topdown design, modularity, and accepted control structures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In pseudocode, what is the purpose of a HIPO chart?

    <p>To detail the program's logic and hierarchy visually</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which phase of testing involves detecting syntax errors like wrong grammar and misspellings?

    <p>Alpha testing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does selection control structure in programming involve?

    <p>Branching based on conditions to execute statements selectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a HIPO Chart show?

    <p>The relationship between modules in a program</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is the appropriate time to start coding in a programming project?

    <p>After a solid algorithm has been developed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of internal documentation in programming?

    <p>To explain the logic and decision processes to other programmers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the length of modules typically be in a HIPO Chart?

    <p>Less than 1 page per module</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of a programming project should be prioritized to prevent issues during coding?

    <p>Designing a solid algorithm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is emphasized before starting coding in a programming project?

    <p>Putting effort into designing the algorithm</p> Signup and view all the answers

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