MYLAB PROGRAMMING STARTING OUT W/ PYTHO
4th Edition
ISBN: 9780134484822
Author: GADDIS
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 1, Problem 1MC
A(n) _________ is a set of instructions that a computer follows to perform a task.
a. compiler
b. program
c. interpreter
d.
Expert Solution & Answer
Program Description Answer
A computer implements a particular task using a “program” that contains a set of instructions.
Hence, the correct answer is option “B”.
Explanation of Solution
Program:
In general, a computer is able to perform many types of tasks because they are able to be programmed. It implies that computers not only perform a single job but also perform multiple jobs.
- A set of instructions that a computer follows to implement a task is referred to as a “program”.
- The well-developed programs are generally referred to as “software”; it is needed for a computer because every operation in a computer is controlled with the help of software.
- In computer, software is created by the individual programmers or the software developers.
- The computer programs are designed and tested by the programmers.
The programs can be generated using some type of programming languages such as C, C++, Java, Python, and so on. The language statements are referred to as “source program”. After the compilation of source program, it is referred to as “object program”.
Explanation for incorrect options:
The “compiler” is software that is used to translate high-level language into machine language.
Hence, option “A” is wrong.
The term “interpreter” is a program that is used to translate and run the instructions in a high-level language program.
Hence, option “C” is wrong.
The term “programming language” refers to the name of languages that are used to create a program.
Hence, option “D” is wrong.
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Chapter 1 Solutions
MYLAB PROGRAMMING STARTING OUT W/ PYTHO
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