Embedded System Design Quiz

What is the primary function of the assembler in the firmware build process?

• Translates Assembly code into machine-readable Object Files

• Combines multiple object files into a single program

• Creates the final Hex File for the microcontroller

• Assigns absolute addresses to object files

Which file format is generated after assembling a source file?

• Hex File

• Executable File

• Source File

• Object File

What does the linker/locator do during the linking process?

• Checks for syntax errors

• Translates high-level language into machine code

• Assigns absolute addresses to object files

• Generates the Hex File

What is a key advantage of using assembly language for embedded systems?

• Developer independency

• Portability

• High performance

• Reduced development time

Which of the following is a drawback of using assembly language?

• Less optimized code

• High development time

• Reduced development time

• Portability

What is the purpose of the Object to Hex File Converter?

• To check for syntax errors

• To translate high-level language into machine code

• To create the final Hex File for the microcontroller

• To combine multiple object files

What is a characteristic of object files?

• They are executable

• They are human-readable

• They are relocatable

• They contain absolute addresses

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of high-level languages?

• Reduced development time

• Portability

• Less optimized code

• Developer independency

What is a significant drawback of high-level languages in embedded systems?

• Less optimized code

• Non-portable

• High tooling cost

• High development time

What is the main reason for mixing assembly language with high-level languages?

• To simplify the code

• To achieve specific performance goals

• To enhance portability

• To reduce code size