If a C compiler is developed for a specific Operating System, why might it not work on a different operating system?

• due to syntax differences in the source code

• due to incompatible header files between systems

• due to different machine code translations targeting specific system architectures

• due to semantic variations in programming topic

in program development, what is the main objective of the testing phase?

• making the software available for users

• designing the structure of the software

• ensuring the software works as intended and fixing bugs

• writing the code for the software

which of the following programming language is known for its simplicity and English-like syntax, making it great for beginners?

• Assembly

• Python

• Java

• C

which of the following is an example of an embedded system?

• mobile apps

• websites and web apps

• pc games

• software in car engines

what is the primary purpose of software development tools?

• to perform special tasks needed for computers' operation and maintenance

• to provide to a user interface for interacting with the computer

• to control and manage the basic operations of a computer

• to help programmers build applications

in a computer, what is the role of the random access memory (ram)?

• permanent data storage

• processing instructions

• managing input/output devices

• temporary data storage for quicker access

in a library system, what could be a potential input for a function to borrow a book?

• the date of borrowing

• the member's ID and the book's ID

• the title of a book

• the return date of the book

what type of software is responsible for managing the hardware and other programs in a computer?

• application software

• software development tools

• operating system

• utility programs

in system development life cycle (sclc), what is the primary focus of the analysis phase?

• writing the code for the software

• testing the software for bugs

• determining what the software should do based on collected requirements

• making the software available for users

which of the following is a characteristic of high-level programming languages like python and java?

• they are specifically designed for performing arithmetic operations

• they are executed directly by the computer's hardware without the need for translation

• they are easier for humans to read and understand compared to low-level languages

• they are written in binary code