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COM 101 Computer Software and Programming Languages Objective Question
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What does an assembler do?
Options
A Converts a high-level language program to machine language.
B Converts an assembly language program to machine language.
Correct Answer
C Manages the computer's memory and processes.
D Provides a user interface for the operating system.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

An assembler is a type of language translator specifically designed to convert assembly language program to machine language. Assembly language is a low-level language.

Hint

This translator works with a low-level language that uses mnemonics instead of binary.

Question Info

Course: COM 101
Topic: Computer Software and Programming Languages
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 816 of 1018
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