Practice What is a Programming Language? - 4.2 | Chapter 4: Program Coding | ICSE Class 8 Computer Applications
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Question 1

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What is a programming language?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how we communicate with machines.

Question 2

Easy

Name one example of a high-level programming language.

πŸ’‘ Hint: These languages are easier for humans to read.

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Question 1

What defines a programming language?

  • It is a set of symbols.
  • It is a specialized language for instructing computers.
  • It is informal and can be any language.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider its use as a communication tool.

Question 2

True or False: High-level languages do not require a compiler or interpreter to be executed.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember how high-level languages work with computers.

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Question 1

Discuss how the evolution from low-level to high-level programming languages has impacted software development. What are the advantages of high-level languages?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how ease of learning affects team dynamics.

Question 2

Evaluate a scenario where using a high-level programming language might not be the best choice. What could be the limitations?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about scenarios in embedded systems or game development.

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