Basic Programming Concepts

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8th Grade
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C Dunn
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is meant by the term sequence?
Placeholders for information that can change.
A loop that repeats a specific number of times.
An expression that can be True or False.
A series of actions in a specific order.
Answer explanation
The term 'sequence' refers to a series of actions that are completed in a specific order, distinguishing it from other concepts like loops or boolean expressions.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is meant when you define a function?
You give a name to a set of actions you want the computer to perform.
A loop that repeats a sequence of code a specific number of times.
Commands that run a specific block of code if something is true.
You are telling the computer to run a set of actions that you gave a name to.
Answer explanation
Defining a function means giving a name to a set of actions you want the computer to perform. This allows you to reuse that code easily by calling the function whenever needed.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is meant by the term Boolean?
Placeholders for information that can change.
A loop that repeats code a specific number of times.
A series of actions completed in a specific order.
An expression that can only be true or false.
Answer explanation
The term Boolean refers to a data type that can only evaluate to true or false. This is fundamental in logic and programming, where Boolean expressions are used to control the flow of execution based on conditions.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is a Conditional Loop?
Tells your program to listen or wait for something to happen, then it performs an action.
A loop that repeats a sequence of code a specific number of times.
A set of instructions that repeats until a condition is met.
A series of actions that are completed in a specific order.
Answer explanation
A Conditional Loop is defined as a set of instructions that repeats until a specific condition is met, making it distinct from other types of loops that may run a fixed number of times or perform actions based on events.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is meant by the term Variable?
A series of actions completed in a specific order.
A loop that repeats code a specific number of times.
An expression that evaluates to true or false.
Placeholders for information that can change.
Answer explanation
The term 'Variable' refers to placeholders for pieces of information that can change. Unlike fixed values, variables can hold different data at different times, making them essential in programming for dynamic data handling.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is a Conditional Statement?
A loop that repeats code a specific number of times.
Commands that run code if something is true.
A series of actions completed in order.
An expression that evaluates to true or false.
Answer explanation
A conditional statement executes a block of code only when a specified condition is true, making it essential for decision-making in programming. This aligns with the correct choice, which describes this functionality accurately.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is meant by input?
Placeholders for information that can change.
An expression that evaluates to true or false.
A series of actions in a specific order.
A way to give information to a computer.
Answer explanation
The term 'input' refers to a way to give information to a computer, allowing it to process data or commands. This distinguishes it from other options that describe different concepts.
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