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COS 102 introduction to programming Objective Question
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Which of the following best describes a Programming Language?
Options
A A natural language like English or German.
B A system of communication for humans.
C A set of written symbols and rules (syntax) that instructs computer hardware to perform specific tasks.
Correct Answer
D A type of software that only controls peripheral devices.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Pages 5 and 15 state that a programming language is a set of written symbols (vocabulary) and rules (syntax) that instructs computer hardware to perform specific tasks.

Hint

Recall the discussion on how humans communicate with computers, and the specific terms used for the computer's 'language'.

Question Info

Course: COS 102
Topic: introduction to programming
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 18 of 541
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