Understanding Programs and Programming
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What is programming according to the text?

  • Typing random words into a computer
  • Creating prewritten or packaged programs
  • The process of processing information into data
  • A problem-solving procedure (correct)

What is a program composed of?

  • Images and videos
  • Audio files
  • Database entries
  • Statements in a programming language (correct)

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an example of a programming language in the text?

  • Java
  • Visual Basic
  • Python (correct)
  • C++

What are application programs used for according to the text?

<p>To create documents and analyze data (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is another term for programming mentioned in the text?

<p>Software development (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the six-step process typically followed in software development known as?

<p>Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of programming, as described in the text?

<p>Problem-solving procedure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an example of a programming language in the text?

<p>Python (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a program in computing?

<p>To process data into information (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the software development life cycle (SDLC) according to the text?

<p>A six-step process for software development (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are application programs described in the text?

<p>Prewritten or packaged programs purchased by users (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way does the text define programming?

<p>Problem-solving procedure to process data (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Programming Definition

A problem-solving procedure using programming language statements.

Program Composition

Programs are made up of statements written in a programming language.

Programming Language Example (not)

Python is not a programming language example in this text.

Application Programs

Prewritten programs for tasks like data analysis or document creation.

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Software Development

Another name for programming; creating software applications

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Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

A 6-step process for designing, developing and deploying a software application.

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Programming Purpose

To solve problems by processing data into usable information.

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Another Programming Language Example (not)

Python is not mentioned as programming language example in the text.

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Program Function

To process data and transform it into useful information.

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SDLC Definition

A systematic six-step procedure used in software development; it's like a plan for building a program.

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Application Programs Type

Pre-written or bundled software; the user purchases the program.

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Programming Definition (alternative)

A process of instructing computers to perform tasks by providing sets of steps.

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Program Definition

A set of instructions that tells a computer what to do.

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