4.1.3. Languages

Try these first

1. 1.

   Name one procedural programming language.

   Hint

   Think of the language that is known for its efficiency and low-level access.

2. 2.

   What does OOP stand for?

   Hint

   It’s a programming style that uses objects to encapsulate data.

3. 3.

   Which of the following is a procedural programming language?

   • Haskell
   • C
   • Java
   • Prolog

   Hint

   Think about a language that emphasizes step-by-step instruction.

4. 4.

   True or False: Object-oriented programming languages utilize structures called objects.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Recall that objects are a core component of OOP.

5. 5.

   Design a simple calculator application using OOP principles. Outline the classes needed and their responsibilities.

   Hint

   Consider how to structure your classes for maintainability.

6. 6.

   Compare the advantages of using a functional approach to data processing in Python vs. using a procedural approach.

   Hint

   Think about the scalability and complexity of large applications using both paradigms.