Question 1

A scripting language is a type of language that uses symbols or tags to describe what a document should look like.

Accepted Answer

The definition given in the statement is actually describing a markup language (such as HTML). A scripting language is a programming language used to give instructions to a software program or platform.

Question 2

Pseudocode expresses the steps in a program, module, or method, but it uses English-like statements in place of the flowchart's graphical symbols.

Accepted Answer

Pseudocode is designed to be easily translated into actual programming languages and is written in a more natural language format instead of using graphical symbols like flowcharts.

Question 3

To use a macro recorder, you start the macro recorder and then perform the desired tasks-the macro recorder records all of the keystrokes and mouse clicks you make until the recorder is turned off.

Accepted Answer

This is how a macro recorder works.

Question 4

Java programs are compiled into a format called bytecode.

Accepted Answer

Java programs are first compiled into bytecode format using a Java compiler. This bytecode can then be run on any platform that has a Java Virtual Machine (JVM) installed, allowing for cross-platform compatibility.

Question 5

One property that makes 4GLs easier to use is that they are declarative, rather than procedural like third-generation languages.

Accepted Answer

Declarative languages focus on specifying what needs to be done, rather than how it needs to be done, making them more user-friendly and easier to understand for non-programmers. This is a characteristic of 4GLs which sets them apart from procedural third-generation languages.

Question 6

It is important to realize that with a markup language like HTML, the Web browser, Web browser settings, and device used to display the Web page ultimately determine what the Web page will look like.

Accepted Answer

This is because HTML only provides the structure and content of the Web page, while the browser and device settings determine the final visual appearance. Different browsers and devices may also interpret HTML code differently, leading to variations in how the same Web page appears on different platforms.

Question 7

If an application is going to need to interact with existing programs, it may need to be coded in the same language as those other programs.

Accepted Answer

If an application is going to interact with existing programs, it has to be coded in the same language as those programs to ensure seamless integration and communication between them.

Question 8

Structure charts are used to illustrate the step-by-step logic that is to take place within a program, module, or method.

Accepted Answer

Structure charts are used to show the hierarchical structure of modules in a system, not the step-by-step logic. Flowcharts or pseudocode are typically used to illustrate the step-by-step logic.

Question 9

Once the system containing the program is up and running, the implementation process of the program implementation and maintenance phase is complete.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Once the system containing the program is...

Question 10

Structured programming embodies a top-down design philosophy.

Accepted Answer

Structured programming emphasizes breaking down a problem into smaller and manageable parts and then solving them systematically in a top-down manner.

Question 11

Before running code written in any programming language, be sure you know how to interrupt program execution in case you have a logic error and the program becomes stuck in an endless loop.

Accepted Answer

It is important to know how to interrupt program execution in case of a logic error and prevent the program from running endlessly.

Question 12

Low-level languages make programs easier to write.

Accepted Answer

Low-level languages, such as assembly languages, are more difficult to write than high-level languages because they require a greater understanding of computer hardware and architecture. However, low-level languages can be more efficient and provide greater control over the computer's resources.

Question 13

With most programs, compiling or interpreting a program for the first time will result in errors, and the assembling process consists of locating and correcting these errors.

Accepted Answer

The answer of With most programs, compiling or interpreting a...

Question 14

Comments are usually preceded by a specific symbol.

Accepted Answer

Comments in programming are usually preceded by symbols such as // or # to indicate that they are not part of the code to be executed.

Question 15

One of the most recent adaptive software development approaches is agile software development (ASD).

Accepted Answer

Agile software development is a relatively new adaptive software development approach that has gained popularity in recent years.

Question 16

The three most common types of language translators are compilers, interpreters, and coders.

Accepted Answer

The three most common types of language translators are compilers, interpreters, and assemblers, not coders.

Question 17

With logic errors, the program will run but the output will be wrong.

Accepted Answer

Logic errors are errors in which the program code is syntactically correct, however, it does not produce the desired result. So, the program will run but the output will not be what is expected.

Question 18

The repetition control structure is also called the selection control structure.

Accepted Answer

The repetition control structure is also known as the looping control structure, while the selection control structure refers to conditional statements such as if-else and switch-case.

Question 19

While COBOL is not inherently suited to developing interactive applications or cloud software, new versions of COBOL are evolving to support new applications.

Accepted Answer

New versions of COBOL are evolving to support new applications, although it may not be inherently suited to certain types of software development.

Question 20

A program bug is an error that causes a program to malfunction.

Accepted Answer

A program bug is an error in the program code that causes it to function incorrectly or produce unexpected results.

Quiz 11: Program Development and Programming Languages

A scripting language is a type of language that uses symbols or tags to describe what a document should look like.

Pseudocode expresses the steps in a program, module, or method, but it uses English-like statements in place of the flowchart's graphical symbols.

To use a macro recorder, you start the macro recorder and then perform the desired tasks-the macro recorder records all of the keystrokes and mouse clicks you make until the recorder is turned off.

Java programs are compiled into a format called bytecode.

One property that makes 4GLs easier to use is that they are declarative, rather than procedural like third-generation languages.

It is important to realize that with a markup language like HTML, the Web browser, Web browser settings, and device used to display the Web page ultimately determine what the Web page will look like.

If an application is going to need to interact with existing programs, it may need to be coded in the same language as those other programs.

Structure charts are used to illustrate the step-by-step logic that is to take place within a program, module, or method.

Once the system containing the program is up and running, the implementation process of the program implementation and maintenance phase is complete.

Structured programming embodies a top-down design philosophy.

Before running code written in any programming language, be sure you know how to interrupt program execution in case you have a logic error and the program becomes stuck in an endless loop.

Low-level languages make programs easier to write.

With most programs, compiling or interpreting a program for the first time will result in errors, and the assembling process consists of locating and correcting these errors.

Comments are usually preceded by a specific symbol.

One of the most recent adaptive software development approaches is agile software development (ASD).

The three most common types of language translators are compilers, interpreters, and coders.

With logic errors, the program will run but the output will be wrong.

The repetition control structure is also called the selection control structure.

While COBOL is not inherently suited to developing interactive applications or cloud software, new versions of COBOL are evolving to support new applications.

A program bug is an error that causes a program to malfunction.