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What is the primary purpose of a text editor when writing a program?
What is the primary purpose of a text editor when writing a program?
- To format and style the code for better readability
- To embed word processing commands in the text
- To automatically compile and run the code
- To create a simple, plaintext file with the source code (correct)
Which of the following is an example of a safe text editor for writing source code?
Which of the following is an example of a safe text editor for writing source code?
- Microsoft Word
- vi (correct)
- PowerPoint
- Adobe Photoshop
What is the typical file extension used for C++ source code files?
What is the typical file extension used for C++ source code files?
- .txt
- .cpp (correct)
- .exe
- .doc
What is the purpose of a compiler in the program development process?
What is the purpose of a compiler in the program development process?
What is the final step required to create an executable program after compiling the source code?
What is the final step required to create an executable program after compiling the source code?
What is the typical file extension used for the object file generated by the compiler?
What is the typical file extension used for the object file generated by the compiler?
In the Turbo C++ compiler, how is the compilation process initiated?
In the Turbo C++ compiler, how is the compilation process initiated?
Which of the following statements about commercial word processors is true, according to the text?
Which of the following statements about commercial word processors is true, according to the text?
Which of the following statements about compilers is false?
Which of the following statements about compilers is false?
What is the purpose of the linker in the program development process?
What is the purpose of the linker in the program development process?
What is the main requirement for the text files in which you write your program?
What is the main requirement for the text files in which you write your program?
What is the purpose of an object file produced after compiling the source code?
What is the purpose of an object file produced after compiling the source code?
Why is it essential to use a compiler in programming?
Why is it essential to use a compiler in programming?
Which of the following would be a correct invocation for a Borland's Turbo C++ compiler from the command line?
Which of the following would be a correct invocation for a Borland's Turbo C++ compiler from the command line?
What is the name commonly given to the files created with a text editor where we write our program?
What is the name commonly given to the files created with a text editor where we write our program?
Why can't a source code file be executed directly as a program?
Why can't a source code file be executed directly as a program?
Which of the following is NOT needed to convert source code into an executable program?
Which of the following is NOT needed to convert source code into an executable program?
What distinguishes an object file from an executable program?
What distinguishes an object file from an executable program?
In terms of naming conventions, what extension is commonly used for C++ source code files?
In terms of naming conventions, what extension is commonly used for C++ source code files?
Which of the following editors is NOT suitable for writing source code based on the information provided?
Which of the following editors is NOT suitable for writing source code based on the information provided?
