Unit 2 topic 3 and 4

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

• Machine-dependent

• Easy to read and write

• Requires extensive memory management

• Directly executed by the CPU

Which of the following is an example of a procedural programming language?

• Java

• Python

• C

• Haskell

What is the main advantage of using object-oriented programming?

• Faster execution time

• Easier to debug

• Code reusability through inheritance

• Requires less memory

Which of the following is a key concept of object-oriented programming?

• Recursion

• Encapsulation

• Iteration

• Compilation

In the context of software development methodologies, what does "Agile" emphasise?

• Strict adherence to initial plans

• Flexibility and iterative progress

• Extensive documentation

• Long development cycles

Which of the following is a feature of functional programming languages?

• Mutable state

• Object inheritance

• First-class functions

• Procedural abstraction

What is the primary purpose of the Waterfall model in software development?

• To allow for frequent changes

• To provide a linear and sequential approach

• To encourage team collaboration

• To minimise documentation

Which of the following best describes polymorphism in object-oriented programming?

• The ability to define multiple classes

• The ability to process objects differently based on their data type

• The ability to encapsulate data

• The ability to inherit methods from a superclass

Which programming language is known for its strong support of functional programming paradigms?

• Java

• C++

• Haskell

• PHP

In Agile methodology, what is a "sprint"?

• A long-term project plan

• A short, time-boxed period for completing a set of tasks

• A detailed documentation phase

• A testing phase