Basics of Coding and AI Applications

What is the primary purpose of a programming language?

• To create visual designs for websites.

• To facilitate communication between humans and computers for software development.

• To store data in databases.

• To manage hardware resources efficiently.

Which of the following is a common data structure used to store a collection of elements?

• Linked List

• Array

• Stack

• Hash Table

What does an algorithm typically represent?

• A step-by-step procedure for solving a problem.

• A graphical representation of data.

• A random collection of data points.

• A method for storing information.

In programming, what is a variable?

• A variable is a symbolic name for a storage location that can hold a value and can be changed during program execution.

• A variable is a command that executes a function.

• A variable is a type of programming language.

• A variable is a fixed value that cannot be changed.

Which of the following is NOT a programming paradigm?

• functional

• object-oriented

• syntax

• declarative

What is the time complexity of accessing an element in an array?

• O(1)

• O(n^2)

• O(n)

• O(log n)

Which of the following best describes a loop in programming?

• A function that runs only once when called.

• A type of variable that stores multiple values.

• A method for organizing data in a program.

• A control structure that executes code repeatedly based on a condition.

What is the main function of an 'if' statement in programming?

• To create loops for iteration.

• To control the flow of execution based on a condition.

• To define functions and methods.

• To declare variables in a program.

Which data structure uses a Last In First Out (LIFO) method?

• Array

• Stack

• Linked List

• Queue

What is the purpose of artificial intelligence in software applications?

• To replace human workers entirely

• To increase software costs

• To limit user access to features

• The purpose of artificial intelligence in software applications is to automate processes, enhance decision-making, and improve user interactions.