Computing

Question 1

1Python normally compiles source code into an intermediate form called

Hard

A. HTML B. machine code only C. bytecode D. assembly

Question 2

2The program that joins object files into an executable is a ___.

Hard

Your answer (fill in the blank)

Question 3

3The compilation stage that checks grammar is ___ analysis.

Hard

Your answer (fill in the blank)

Question 4

4A linker

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A. edits source code B. removes viruses C. combines compiled object files and libraries into one executable program D. translates line by line

Question 5

5An advantage of an interpreter over a compiler is that

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A. programs always run faster B. source code is hidden C. errors are reported line by line, making debugging easier D. no translator is needed

Question 6

6Breakpoints in a debugger are used to

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A. delete code B. pause a program at a chosen line to inspect variables C. compile faster D. speed up the program

Question 7

7Compiled programs generally run faster than interpreted ones.

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A. True B. False

Question 8

8Machine code written for one processor family may not run on another.

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A. True B. False

Question 9

9Which stage would detect the error "x = = 5"?

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A. code optimisation B. linking C. loading D. syntax analysis

Question 10

10The stage that produces machine code or object code is

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A. syntax analysis B. editing C. lexical analysis D. code generation