Programming Basics and Programming Concepts Quiz

What is the location where instructions and data are stored on the computer?

• Algorithm

• Syntax

• Memory

• Variable

What is a sequence of steps that can be followed to complete a task and that always terminates?

• Memory

• Algorithm

• Syntax

• Constant

What are the rules of how words are used within a given language?

• Syntax

• Algorithm

• Memory

• Data type

What is a memory address?

• A specific location in memory where instructions or data are stored.

• A type of variable used in programming.

• A process of converting data into binary.

• A method of data encryption.

What is the process of giving data values called?

• Encrypting

• Assigning

• Compiling

• Debugging

What is a constant in programming?

• An item of data whose value does not change.

• A variable that changes frequently.

• A temporary storage location.

• A type of loop in programming.

What is the process of finding and correcting errors in programs called?

• Compiling

• Debugging

• Executing

• Encrypting

What is good practice when assigning initial values to variables in some programming languages?

• Assigning random values

• Assigning the maximum possible value

• Assigning a default value

• Assigning a negative value

Which data type is used to store numbers with a fractional or decimal part?

• Integer

• Real/Float

• Boolean

• Char

Which data type should be used to store a single letter or digit?

• Integer

• Real/Float

• String

• Char