Programming Fundamentals: Master the Basics of Coding

Question 1

What is the main purpose of a HashMap data structure in Java?

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To store a collection of key-value pairs

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To store a collection of unique elements

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To store a sequence of elements

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To store a hierarchical collection of elements

Question 2

Which of the listed options is NOT a valid data type in Python?

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Array

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Integer

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String

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Boolean

Question 3

What is the primary function of operators within programming?

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Performing mathematical calculations

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Comparing two values

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Assigning values to variables

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Directing the flow of program execution

Question 4

Which programming paradigm emphasizes principles of object-oriented programming?

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Object-oriented programming

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Procedural programming

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Event-driven programming

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Functional programming

Question 5

Which of the following error handling mechanisms is commonly used in programming?

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Try-catch blocks

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If-else statements

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While loops

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Switch statements

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a basic data type in Python?

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Character

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Integer

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String

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Boolean

Question 7

In Python, which operator represents logical OR?

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||

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&&

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==

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>=

Question 8

Describe the difference between a compiler and an interpreter:

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A compiler translates the entire program into machine code before execution, while an interpreter does so line by line.

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An interpreter translates the entire program into machine code before execution, while a compiler does so line by line.

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There is no difference between the two.

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A compiler executes code line by line, while an interpreter translates the entire program into machine code before execution.

Question 9

What is the primary purpose of a debugger?

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Identifying and resolving errors in code

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Optimizing program performance

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Generating program documentation

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Testing program functionality

Question 10

What is the purpose of the 'break' statement in a Java 'switch' statement?

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To exit the 'switch' statement immediately

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To continue to the next 'case' statement

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To evaluate the next expression in the 'switch' statement

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To skip the current 'case' statement

Question 11

What is the key difference between a method and a function in Java?

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Methods are defined within classes, while functions are not

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Functions can return values, while methods cannot

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Methods can be overloaded, while functions cannot

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There is no difference between methods and functions

Question 12

What is the primary purpose of the 'try-catch' block in Java?

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To handle exceptions and prevent program crashes

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To prevent exceptions from occurring

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To log exceptions for later analysis

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To ignore exceptions

Question 13

Which of the following is the core element of a program?

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Variable

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Data type

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Operator

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Control structure

Question 14

In programming, what is the primary purpose of a variable?

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Storing and referencing data values

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Performing calculations and operations

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Controlling the flow of program execution

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Interacting with the user and obtaining input

Question 15

For storing whole numbers in a program, which data type is commonly used?

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Int

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Float

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Char

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String

Question 16

To execute a block of code repeatedly until a specific condition is met, which control structure is employed?

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While loop

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If-else statement

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Switch statement

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For loop

Question 17

In the programming process, what is the primary function of a compiler?

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Translating source code into machine code, enabling execution by the computer

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Interpreting source code line by line during program execution

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Finding and fixing errors in the source code before execution

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Generating documentation and user manuals for the program

Question 18

Which of the following is categorized as a high-level programming language?

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C#

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Assembly language

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Machine code

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HTML

Question 19

In C#, which data type should be used to store whole numbers?

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int

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float

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bool

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string

Question 20

What is the primary purpose of a variable in programming?

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To store data values

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To perform calculations

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To control the flow of execution

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To define functions

Question 21

In Python, which operator is used to check if two values are equal?

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==

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=

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is

Question 22

Which programming language is renowned for its simplicity and clarity?

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Python

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C++

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Java

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JavaScript

Question 23

What is the primary function of an Integrated Development Environment (IDE) in programming?

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To provide a comprehensive set of tools for code creation, editing, debugging, and compilation.

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To generate code automatically based on user input.

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To enforce code compliance with best practices.

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To test and assess the accuracy of code.

Question 24

Which of the following is NOT a defining trait of programming languages?

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Intentional ambiguity

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Clear syntax

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Precise semantics

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High level of abstraction

Question 25

Which operation is used to determine if two values are equal?

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==

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!=

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>

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<

Question 26

What is the primary purpose of a variable in programming?

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Data storage

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Performing calculations

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Controlling program flow

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Defining data types

Question 27

C++ and Java are examples of what type of programming language?

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High-level

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Low-level

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Assembly

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Machine code

Question 28

What is the main goal of debugging in programming?

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Finding and resolving errors

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Enhancing code performance

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Adding new functionality

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Optimizing code size

Question 29

Which data type is appropriate for storing the population of a city?

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Integer

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Float

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String

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Boolean

Question 30

What is the primary difference between the '+' and '&' operators in programming?

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'+' performs arithmetic addition, while '&' performs logical AND

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'+' performs logical OR, while '&' performs arithmetic addition

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'+' and '&' both perform arithmetic addition

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'+' and '&' both perform logical AND

Question 31

Which control structure is used to repeatedly execute a block of code while a specific condition remains true?

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While loop

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If-else statement

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For loop

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Switch statement

Question 32

Which of the following is a valid variable name in Python?

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my_variable

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123

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@name

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for

Question 33

What is the role of a compiler in the software development process?

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Translating high-level code into low-level code

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Executing the program directly

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Correcting syntax errors in the code

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Generating documentation for the program

Question 34

Which of the following is **not** a primitive data type in Python?

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List

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Integer

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String

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Boolean

Question 35

What is the primary purpose of the 'if' statement in Python?

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To perform a conditional check

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To create a loop

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To define a function

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To handle exceptions

Question 36

Which of the listed options is **not** a fundamental data type in programming?

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Array

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Integer

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Float

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Boolean

Question 37

What is the primary function of a variable in programming?

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To store a value that can change as the program runs

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To define a constant value that cannot be modified

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To create a new data type

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To control the flow of the program

Question 38

Which operator is used to compare two values for equality?

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==

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=

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>

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<=

Question 39

What is the primary purpose of a programming language?

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To facilitate communication between humans and computers

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To enable communication between computers

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To create new data types

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To control the flow of a program

Question 40

Which of the following is an example of a high-level programming language?

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Python

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Assembly

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C

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Machine code

Question 41

What is the primary role of a compiler in programming?

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To translate high-level code into machine code

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To interpret high-level code line by line

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To create new data types

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To control the flow of a program

Question 42

What is the primary purpose of conducting unit tests in programming?

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To assess the correctness of individual code units.

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To test the entire program's functionality.

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To generate new data types.

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To control the program flow.

Question 43

What is the purpose of declaring a variable in a programming language?

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To store a value

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To perform calculations

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To define a function

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To create loops

Question 44

Which operator is used for logical OR in C++?

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Or (||)

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And (&&)

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Bitwise OR (|)

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Not (!) operator

Question 45

What is the main difference between a while loop and a for loop in Java?

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For loops run for a specific number of iterations; while loops run until a condition becomes false.

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While loops run for a specific number of iterations; for loops run until a condition becomes false.

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While loops can iterate over collections; for loops cannot.

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For loops can iterate over collections; while loops cannot.

Question 46

What is the primary purpose of using an abstract class in Python?

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To define methods that must be implemented in derived classes

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To prevent direct instantiation of a class

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To provide a template for creating new classes

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To specify the interface of a class

Question 47

What is the primary objective of unit testing in software development?

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To isolate and test individual units of code

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To conduct comprehensive testing of the entire software system

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To generate documentation

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To assist in debugging code

Question 48

How do functions enhance code efficiency in programming?

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Functions eliminate code repetition, improving reusability.

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Functions hinder code maintenance and increase complexity.

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Functions always slow down program execution.

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Functions are only useful in large programming projects.

Question 49

Which of the following is not considered a defining characteristic of a programming language?

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Punctuation

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Syntax

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Semantics

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Data types

Question 50

In Java, which operator is used for addition?

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+

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-

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*

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/

Question 51

Unit testing in software development primarily aims to:

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Test the functionality of individual modules or units of code.

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Test the functionality of the entire software program.

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Identify and resolve errors in the code.

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Document and explain the code logic.

Question 52

Which of the following is a characteristic of high-level programming languages?

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They resemble human language and are easier to read and understand.

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They are directly executed by the computer's processor without needing to be translated.

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They are typically used for low-level tasks like memory management.

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They offer fine-grained control over hardware resources.

Question 53

The primary purpose of a debugger in programming is to:

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Identify and resolve errors, facilitating code correction.

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Enhance the performance and efficiency of the code.

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Provide documentation for the program's functionality.

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Validate the correctness of the code's output.

Question 54

Which of the following is not a defining characteristic of programming languages?

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The ability to handle user creativity and personal expression.

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A structured set of rules for expressing instructions.

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A precise meaning assigned to each statement.

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A well-defined syntax.

Question 55

In programming, which data type is suitable for representing whole numbers?

Accepted Answer

Integer

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Float

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String

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Character

Question 56

Which operator is used in programming to determine if two values are equal?

Accepted Answer

==

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>

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<=

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||

Question 57

Which control structure in programming allows a block of code to be executed only when a specified condition is true?

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If-else

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While

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For

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Switch

Question 58

What is the key distinction between a compiler and an interpreter in programming?

Accepted Answer

A compiler translates the entire program into machine code before execution, while an interpreter executes the program line by line.

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An interpreter translates the entire program into machine code before execution, while a compiler executes the program line by line.

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A compiler executes the program line by line, while an interpreter translates the entire program into machine code before execution.

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There is no significant difference between a compiler and an interpreter.

Question 59

Explain the fundamental difference between a syntax error and a semantic error in programming.

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A syntax error violates the rules of the programming language's grammar, while a semantic error occurs when the program's meaning or logic is incorrect.

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A semantic error violates the rules of the programming language's grammar, while a syntax error occurs when the program's meaning or logic is incorrect.

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There is no meaningful distinction between syntax errors and semantic errors.

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Syntax errors are detected during compilation, while semantic errors are detected during runtime.

Question 60

Which characteristic is NOT typically associated with high-level programming languages?

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Machine dependence

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Abstraction

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Platform independence

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Ease of readability

Question 61

What is the primary purpose of a variable in a programming language?

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To store and manipulate data values.

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To perform operations and calculations.

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To control the flow of execution within a program.

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To define and categorize different types of data.

Question 62

What is the primary purpose of an arithmetic operator in a programming language?

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To perform mathematical calculations and operations.

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To compare the values of variables and expressions.

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To control the flow of execution within a program.

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To define and manipulate data structures.

Question 63

Which control structure in programming is used to repeat a block of code a specified number of times?

Accepted Answer

For loop

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If-else statement

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While loop

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Switch statement

Question 64

Explain the key difference between a compiler and an interpreter in the context of programming language execution.

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A compiler translates the entire program into machine code before execution, while an interpreter executes the program one line at a time.

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An interpreter translates the entire program into machine code before execution, while a compiler executes the program one line at a time.

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There is no significant difference between a compiler and an interpreter.

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Both compilers and interpreters execute the entire program one line at a time.