Understanding Programming Languages

What is the definition of programming?

• Programming is the study of computer science theories.

• Programming is the process of creating instructions for computers to execute.

• Programming is the act of designing hardware components.

• Programming refers to the process of debugging software.

Explain the term 'high-level programming language'.

• A high-level programming language is a programming language that is user-friendly and abstracts complex hardware details, making it easier for programmers to write code.

• A high-level programming language is the same as machine language.

• A high-level programming language requires extensive knowledge of hardware.

• A high-level programming language is only used for web development.

List three examples of high-level programming languages.

• Python, Java, C++

• SQL

• CSS

• HTML

What are the main characteristics of low-level programming languages?

• Direct manipulation of hardware without performance concerns

• High-level abstraction and ease of use

• Automatic memory management and garbage collection

• Main characteristics of low-level programming languages include: close hardware interaction, minimal abstraction, high performance, and detailed memory management.

Define the term 'machine language'.

• Machine language is the binary code that a computer's CPU directly understands and executes.

• Machine language is the graphical representation of code.

• Machine language is a high-level programming language.

• Machine language is a type of software application.

What is the difference between compiled and interpreted languages?

• Compiled languages are executed line-by-line at runtime, while interpreted languages are pre-compiled to machine code.

• Compiled languages are pre-compiled to machine code, while interpreted languages are executed line-by-line at runtime.

• Compiled languages require a runtime environment, while interpreted languages do not.

• Interpreted languages are faster than compiled languages due to their execution method.

Name a popular low-level programming language and describe its use.

• Assembly language

• Java

• Python

• C++

What are the advantages of using high-level programming languages?

• Increased hardware requirements

• Limited functionality compared to low-level languages

• Advantages of high-level programming languages include ease of use, faster development, portability, and better readability.

• Slower execution speed

Explain the term 'syntax' in the context of programming languages.

• Syntax is the set of rules that defines the structure of valid statements in programming languages.

• Syntax is the way a programmer writes comments in code.

• Syntax is the speed at which a program runs.

• Syntax refers to the meaning of statements in programming languages.

What role do programming languages play in software development?

• Programming languages are primarily for data storage and retrieval.

• Programming languages are only used for web development.

• Programming languages are essential tools for writing software, allowing developers to create, maintain, and optimize applications.

• Programming languages are irrelevant in modern software development.