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- 1. Multiple ChoiceKatherine is creating a computer program that will allow the cursor to jump to a different location when the mouse is clicked on a certain image. Which programming component should Katherine use to tell the program what to do when the mouse is clicked on the image?a parameterA classAn eventAn event handler
- 2. Multiple ChoiceA set of instructions that tells a computer what to do to accomplish a particular task is called:Programming languageSoftwareAn applicationA computer program
- 3. Multiple ChoiceInstructions (such as a recipe) are written so that each step is performed one at a time, from top to bottom, until the task is completed. This type of instruction process is called:SequentialScriptingPseudocodePrograms
- 4. Multiple ChoiceTo focus on the logic and make refinements to a program before translating it into a programming language, a programmer often creates an outline of the program’s algorithm. What is the term for this type of outline?PseudocodeSketchCompilerInterpreter
- 5. Multiple ChoiceBinary is based on which number system?Base 6Base 2Base 8Base 10
- 6. Multiple ChoiceBinary is based on which number system?Base 6Base 2Base 8Base 10
- 7. Multiple Choice
Notice the blank in Step 4 of the code. Which loop programming statement correctly completes the blank?ElseWhileItFor - 8. Multiple Choiceif <this is true>
do this
else
do something else
The statements in this example show an example of:PseudocodeSyntaxA compilerA flowchart - 9. Multiple ChoiceWhich operator is an example of a Boolean operator?ll%!=++
- 10. Multiple ChoiceVariables can hold different types of data, and they are classified based on the type of data they hold. The numbers 7.5, 2.1 and 48.6 would be stored using which variable data type?BooleanFloating PointStringInteger
- 11. Multiple ChoiceErik is using object-oriented programming to design a game. He has created a Dragon class, and he has used the Dragon class to build two Dragon objects. Which term describes the objects that Erik built using the Dragon class?MethodsOccurencesInstancesSubstances
- 12. Multiple Choice1 Input a number
2 Check to see if the number ends in 0, 2, 4, 6 or 8?
2a If yes, write "The number is even."
2b If no, write "The number is odd." This is an example of which type of control structure?SelectionIterationLoopSequence - 13. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following best defines the term "algorithm"?A combination of zeroes and ones that represents an instruction to the computerThe rules for writing instructions in a specific programming languageA set of step-by-step instructions to solve a problem or perform a taskA way to write programming code in short English phrases to describe the program components
- 14. Multiple ChoiceVeronica has written a computer program that locates records in a database. During testing, the program suddenly stops running. What is most likely causing the program to stop running?A runtime errorA debugging errorA logic errorA syntax error
- 15. Multiple ChoiceWhich control structure indicates the do/while statement?SelectiveLoopObjectSequence
- 16. Multiple ChoiceWhich option lists the problem-solving steps in the correct order?1,2,3,44,1,3,24,2,1,32,1,4,3
- 17. Multiple ChoiceWhich type of language is translated entirely to machine language before use?MachineInterpretedCompiledAssembly
- 18. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the only language that a computer can understand?High-levelApplicationMachineAssembly
- 19. Multiple ChoiceHow is structured programming similar to a recipe?The steps must be performed in a certain order to produce the proper resultThe steps can be altered in any way without affecting the results.The steps may be performed in any order to produce the proper result.The steps must be repeated to produce the proper result.
- 20. Multiple ChoiceWhich type of error occurs when a programmer misspells a word or instruction?RuntimeSyntaxLogicSystem
- 21. Multiple ChoiceWhich control structure will execute an instruction only after the computer evaluates conditions to determine if a certain condition exists?SelectionLoopFunctionalSequence
- 22. Multiple ChoiceWhich program translates a number of program instructions, waits for the computer to execute them, and then translates the next series, until the program is fully executed?ApplicationCompilerAssemblerInterpreter
- 23. Multiple ChoiceWhich type of statement is an example of a selection programming structure?If/elsewhiledo whilefor
- 24. Multiple ChoiceWhich statement is true about objects?Objects created using the same class can contain different properties and property values.Objects created using the same class must contain the same properties and property values.Objects created using the same class must contain the same properties; however, the properties may contain different values.Objects created using the same class may contain different properties; however, the properties must contain the same values.
- 25. Multiple ChoiceWhich term describes the instructions presented in this example?AlgorithmStatementSyntaxProgramming Code
- 26. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the process that a programmer uses to identify errors and make corrections to a program that does not perform the way it was intended or produces incorrect results?DebuggingExecutingTestingCompiling
- 27. Multiple ChoiceCandida has added the variable names needed by her program. She must now assign an initial value to each variable. What is the term for assigning this initial value?DeclaringEncodingInitializingExecuting
- 28. Multiple ChoiceWhich term describes a series of zeros and ones that represent the basic unit of data that a computer processes?CodeByteDataSwitch
- 29. Multiple ChoiceDuring testing, your development team identified some problems in the first program draft. What is the next step you need to complete?Review the result of the solutionUse logic to plan a solutionTest the planRevise the plan until a solution is found.
- 30. Multiple ChoiceWhen a computer is performing the instructions contained in a program, it is called:DebuggingCompilingAssemblingExecuting
- 31. Multiple ChoiceWhich type of programming structure requires each instruction to be performed in order, with no possibility of skipping an action or branching off to another action?LoopSequenceSelectionIteration
- 32. Multiple ChoiceWhat are the three main programming structures?Sequence, selection, loopStructured, object-oriented, proceduralJava, Python, Visual BasicMachine, assembly, high-level
- 33. Multiple ChoiceThe set of rules that must be followed when writing program instructions for a specific programming language is called:BinaryMachine LanguageSyntaxExecuting
- 34. Multiple ChoiceConsider the loop control structure in programming. Which term describes a loop that continues repeating without a terminating (ending) condition?Conditional LoopUnlimited LoopSequence LoopInfinite Loop
- 35. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the first step for creating an algorithm to solve a problem?Create the procedures needed to execute the solution.Test and refine the solution.Determine the logic needed to plan a solution to the problem.Identify and understand the problem.
- 36. Multiple ChoiceWhat step is missing?Multiply the number by 2.Divide the number by 2.Multiply the number by 3.Divide the number by 3.
- 37. Multiple ChoiceJackson has written a section of code in his program that instructs a character to move forward unless it encounters an obstacle, such as a rock. If the character encounters an obstacle, then it should change direction before moving forward again. If it does not encounter an obstacle, it should continue moving forward. Which type of control structure has Jackson written?SelectionLoopFunctionalSequence
- 38. Multiple ChoiceWhich statement is true regarding structured programming?It focuses on classes and objects that can be reused and changed.It is a set of rules for defining how declarations, functions, commands, and other statements should be arranged in a computer program.It divides the problem into smaller, more managable tasks that are performed in a sequence to solve the larger problem.It has the same structure and set of commands as machine lanuage, but uses symbols and recognizable codes.
- 39. Multiple ChoiceWhich term is used to describe expressions that result in the value of either true or false?SelectionBooleanConditionalConcatenation
- 40. Multiple ChoiceJasmine and her team are creating an animated maze game that responds to the keys pressed on the keyboard. The team meets to discuss the game objectives and key components of the program. They create a list of objectives for designing the game. Which problem-solving activity did the team complete in this first meeting?Use logic to plan a solution to a problem.Create procedures needed to execute the solution.Test and refine a solution.Identify and understand the problem.
- 41. Multiple ChoiceYou have written a program that asks the user for a number and then multiplies the number by 2 ten times before the program ends. Which type of control structure is this?FunctionalLoopSelectionControl
- 42. Multiple ChoiceScott has written a program to add together a group of numbers and then divide the total by the number of items added to produce the average value. When he tested the program, he noticed that the program is multiplying the total by number of items, not dividing as he intended. Which type of programming error has mostly likely occurred?SystemRuntimeComputerLogic
- 43. Multiple ChoiceYou are designing a computer program that calculates the amount of change a customer should receive. You create a program design document using the following pseudocode to demonstrate the program flow:
item1 = input cost of item 1
item2 = input cost of item 2
item3 = input cost of item 3
total = item1 + item2 + item3
amtPaid = input amount paid
change = ________________
Notice the blank at the end of the program. Which expression correctly completes the blank?amtPaid * item1 + item2 + item3amtPaid – totalitem1 + item2 + item3 – amtPaidtotal – amtPaid - 44. Multiple ChoiceBen wrote the following psuedocode:
1) Select a random number between 1-10
2) Store as "firstNumber"
3) Select a random number between 1-10
4) Store as "secondNumber"
5) Multiply the "firstNumber" and "secondNumber" together
6) Store the answer as ____________
If "firstNumber" selected is equal to 7, and "secondNumber" selected is equal to 9, then "Result" is equal to 63.
What would fill in the blank9*7firstNumber and secondNumber63Result - 45. Multiple ChoiceConsider the recipe below:1. Heat oven to 350
2. Mix all 20 ingredients
3. Pour ingredients into dish
4. Place dish in Oven
5. Remove after 30 minWhich instruction in this algorithm would be considered a loop structure?1234 - 46. Multiple ChoiceConsider the following code: The instruction code shown is an example of a high-level:programmingComputer languageMachine languageAssembly language
- 47. Multiple ChoiceHoratio is interested in computer programming languages, but he has very little experience in using them. Which type of programming language should he explore because it is easier to learn, use, read, and modify?ApplicationHigh-levelAssemblyMachine
- 48. Multiple ChoiceUsing short informal phrases to describe program functions (such as "if total is more than 10, add discount") is called:pseudocodeflow chartsformattinglogical thinking
- 49. Multiple ChoiceWhich term describes a set of instructions that lists steps that must be followed in a particular order, starting at the beginning and continuing to the end?* CompiledInterpreted* Assembly* Sequential
- 50. Multiple ChoiceWhich type of programming is designed by breaking problems into smaller, logical problems to make them easier to execute?FunctionalScriptingObject-orientedStructured
- 51. Multiple ChoiceWhich term describes the testing method used by programmers to work through program code by hand using a pencil and paper?Desk checkingError testingReal-time testingSyntax checking
- 52. Multiple ChoiceWhich term describes the various characteristics of an object, such as size, color and type?ClassPropertyArgumentMethod
- 53. Multiple ChoiceAaron would like to create a program that allows the user to find the average of five numbers. He has asked for your help. Below is the pseudocode Aaron has written: Enter five numbers
Add the numbers entered
Multiply the sum of the numbers entered by 5
Display the result After examining the code, you determine that:the program needs to multiply the five numbers entered, not addthe program needs to provide the five numbers to the userthe program needs to divide the sum of the numbers entered by 5, not multiplythe program will provide the correct answer - 54. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is used to store data in the computer’s memory that the computer can access and use when running a program?DataVariableObject-orientedStructured
- 55. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the term for a graphical diagram that uses symbols to represent the steps contained in a program?Flow chartPseudocodeGraphBrainstorming
- 56. Multiple ChoiceWhich control structure repeats a set of instructions until some condition is met?LoopSequenceObjectSelective
- 57. Multiple ChoiceWhich type of programming error causes a program to stop loading or executing?SyntaxRuntimeLogicSystem
- 58. Multiple ChoiceWhat enables a programmer to determine the order in which instructions are executed, as well as the number of times (or even if) an instruction is executed?Logic structuresProgram flowControl structuresProgram syntax
- 59. Multiple ChoiceWhich term is also used to describe the loop control structure?IterationObjectSelectionSequence
- 60. Multiple ChoiceWhich term is also used to describe the selection control structure?SequenceDecisionObjectLoop
- 61. Multiple ChoiceWhich variable data type is used to store a whole number that does not contain a decimal?Floating pointBooleanIntegerString
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