Principles of Programming Languages

Principles of Programming Languages

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1.

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Front

Which of the following is not a primary purpose of a programming language? Communication with hardware, Expression of algorithms, Human-computer interaction, Control of system resources

Back

Human-computer interaction

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which category does Python best fit in regarding programming paradigms? Options: Pure functional, Pure object-oriented, Multi-paradigm, Low-level

Back

Multi-paradigm

3.

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Front

The main distinction between high-level and low-level programming languages is:

Back

Abstraction from hardware

4.

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Front

Which of the following is not a factor in choosing a programming language? Available compilers, Performance, Popularity in gaming industry, Toolchain compatibility

Back

Popularity in gaming industry

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which language was primarily designed for teaching structured programming?

Back

Pascal

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The structure or form of expressions in a language is governed by: Semantics, Grammar, Typing rules, Syntax tree

Back

Grammar

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Dynamic semantics is concerned with: Grammar rules, Runtime behavior, Compilation techniques, Syntax highlighting

Back

Runtime behavior

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