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Question
Which generation of programming languages is characterized by the use of binary coded instructions and is considered machine dependent?
Correct Answer
Option A is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
The 1st GL, or First Generation Language, consists of Machine Languages (ML) which directly use binary coded instructions. These languages are machine dependent, meaning they are specific to the particular hardware architecture.
Hint
Think about the most basic form of computer instructions, directly understood by the machine.