CS Edexcel 3.3 Programming Languages

What is the primary function of a translator in programming?

• To create algorithms for software solutions
• To store data in binary format
• To write code for the programmer
• To convert high-level language into machine code

What type of translator converts assembly language into machine code?

• Debugger
• Assembler
• Interpreter
• Compiler

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

• They are easier for humans to understand
• They are written in binary
• They require assembly language to function
• They cannot be translated into machine code

What does an interpreter do?

• Converts high-level languages into assembly language
• Stores the program for future use
• Compiles the entire program at once
• Translates code one instruction at a time

What is the main disadvantage of using a compiler?

• It runs the program very slowly
• It cannot identify errors in the code easily
• It requires an interpreter to function
• It translates code one line at a time

Why are mnemonics used in assembly language?

• To automate the coding process
• To replace high-level language keywords
• To make writing in binary easier
• To simplify the representation of machine code

What is machine language primarily composed of?

• Assembly commands
• Binary code instructions
• High-level programming constructs
• Human-readable text

Which of the following is NOT a feature of an Integrated Development Environment (IDE)?

• Physical hardware for running code
• Debugger
• Compiler
• Source code editor

What happens when a syntax error occurs in code being interpreted?

• The entire program runs successfully
• The interpreter highlights the error
• The code is compiled without issues
• The interpreter ignores the error

What is the role of keywords in high-level programming languages?

• They are only for documentation purposes
• They are used to write machine code directly
• They replace the need for mnemonics
• They help in the translation process