Fundamentals in Computing (Exam 1)

Front

Which component of a computer processor is responsible for performing arithmetic calculations and logical operations?

Back

Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)

Front

Which of the following is NOT a type of programming language? Machine language, Assembly language, HTML, High-level language

Back

HTML

Front

What is the key difference between an interpreter and a compiler?

Back

Tino is correct; an interpreter translates one statement at a time, while a compiler translates the entire program at once.

Front

In a school assignment, Ahmed and Tino are tasked with putting together a computer. Which internal part should they pick as the "brain" of the computer, responsible for processing instructions?

Back

CPU (Central Processing Unit)

Front

What is the purpose of cache memory in a processor?

Back

To provide temporary highspeed storage for frequently accessed data and instructions

Front

What is the plan that Muhab and Tino create for their treasure hunt an example of?

Back

A set of step-by-step instructions to solve a problem

Front

Which symbol should be used to represent a process point in a flowchart? Options: Oval, Rectangle, Diamond, Circle.

Back

Rectangle

Front

What does the "int" data type in C# store?

Back

Whole numbers

Front

What is the main purpose of using pseudocode in planning a new app?

Back

To plan a program's logic in a human-readable format

Front

During a group project, Jun and Ahmed are working on a C# program. What command should they use to display the results of their calculations on the screen?

Back

Printing output to the screen