Writing a Program: Source Code Editors

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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?

Microsoft Word

vi (correct)

PowerPoint

Adobe Photoshop

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?

To turn the source code into an executable program Signup and view all the answers

What is the final step required to create an executable program after compiling the source code?

Run the linker Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical file extension used for the object file generated by the compiler?

.obj Signup and view all the answers

In the Turbo C++ compiler, how is the compilation process initiated?

Pick the RUN menu command or type <code>tc -e </code> from the command line Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about commercial word processors is true, according to the text?

Commercial word processors can be used to create source code files, but require special settings Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about compilers is false?

Compilers are used to format and style the source code Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the linker in the program development process?

To turn the object file into an executable program Signup and view all the answers

What is the main requirement for the text files in which you write your program?

They should be saved as plain text files. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an object file produced after compiling the source code?

It needs further processing by the linker to become an executable program. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to use a compiler in programming?

To convert source code into object files for execution. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following would be a correct invocation for a Borland's Turbo C++ compiler from the command line?

<code>tc -2- file.cpp</code> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name commonly given to the files created with a text editor where we write our program?

Source files Signup and view all the answers

Why can't a source code file be executed directly as a program?

It is still in human-readable form. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT needed to convert source code into an executable program?

Word processor Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes an object file from an executable program?

.OBJ files require a linker to become executable. Signup and view all the answers

In terms of naming conventions, what extension is commonly used for C++ source code files?

.CPP Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following editors is NOT suitable for writing source code based on the information provided?

Microsoft Word Signup and view all the answers