Introduction To Programming

What is a programming language?

• A set of tools for computer hardware

• A formal system for instructing computers

• A type of computer virus

In programming, what is debugging?

• Writing new code

• Identifying and fixing errors or bugs in code

• Ignoring errors and running the program

Which of the following is a characteristic of low-level programming languages?

• Closer to human language

• More direct control over machine

• Easier for programmers to read and write

What is a key characteristic of low-level languages like assembly language?

• They are platform-independent.

• They are primarily used for web development.

• They use symbolic instructions representing machine-level operations.

In low-level programming, what is machine code?

• A set of instructions executed directly by the computer's central processing unit (CPU).

• Code written in a high-level language.

• A type of programming language for beginners.

What is a drawback of low-level programming languages like machine code?

• They are less efficient in terms of memory usage.

• They are not suitable for complex applications.

• They can be difficult for programmers to understand and work with.

What is a characteristic of high-level programming languages?

• They provide more direct control over hardware.

• They are platform-specific.

• They are closer to human language.

Which of the following is an advantage of high-level languages like Python or Java?

• They offer portability across different platforms.

• They are less readable compared to low-level languages.

• They are more difficult for beginners to learn.

What are advantages of high-level programming languages?

• More direct control over hardware

• Easier and faster development

• Closer proximity to machine code

Which of the following is a high-level programming language?

• Assembly language

• Machine language

• JAVA