Exam 10: Behind the Scenes: Software Programming

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The programming term SDLC stands for ________.

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A(n) ________ is a development tool that helps programmers write, compile, and test their programs.

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Which refers to a text-based approach to documenting an algorithm?

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________ is the part of the problem statement that describes what a program should do if the input data is invalid.

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Control commands are keywords in a programming language that allow the programmer to direct the flow of the program based on a decision.

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Many modern operating systems are written in ________.

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Which of the following provides a visual representation of the patterns of an algorithm?

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A Windows application which demands a lot of raw processing power to execute repetitive complex calculations is a good candidate for the object-oriented programming language C/C++.

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Match each of the following terms to its definition:
portability
the ability to apply classes from other projects to a new project
data
a new class can automatically pick up data and methods of an existing class
reusability
the capability to move a completed programming solution easily from one type of computer to another
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portability
the ability to apply classes from other projects to a new project
data
a new class can automatically pick up data and methods of an existing class
reusability
the capability to move a completed programming solution easily from one type of computer to another
inheritance
an object-oriented action or behavior
method
raw input
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Match each of the following terms to its definition:
compiler
program that translates code into binary 0s and 1s and ignores comments
syntax
translates source code line by line into an intermediate form of code
source code
agreed-on set of rules defining how the language must be structured
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compiler
program that translates code into binary 0s and 1s and ignores comments
syntax
translates source code line by line into an intermediate form of code
source code
agreed-on set of rules defining how the language must be structured
interpreter
coding symbol that represents a fundamental action of a language
operator
programmers' instructions written in a higher-level language
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Which is not a key factor a programmer uses in selecting the language for a project?

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An ________ system includes data, people, procedures, hardware, and software that help in planning and decision making.

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Which of the following is NOT a good programming language to begin with to learn how to program?

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One IDE can often be configured to support many different languages.

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Data is the raw input that users have at the start of the job.

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Which language is the most popular language for writing Apple macOS applications?

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In a(n) ________ system, each step is dependent on the previous step being completed.

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Which of the following is NOT a common consideration when selecting an appropriate programming language for a project?

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________ is a programming language that can be used to create a wide range of Windows applications.

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Which programming language is most commonly used for iOS devices?

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