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1

Most programs in use today are __________ or packaged programs
A)Outdated
B)Buggy
C)Prewritten
D)Custom-built
2

Items like the program's objectives, outputs, inputs, and processing requirements are a part of this step of software development
A)Software package
B)Utility suite
C)Documentation
D)Program specifications
3

The loosely written outline of a program's logic is called
A)Code
B)Design
C)Pseudocode
D)Specifications
4

The act of actually writing the program is called
A)Entry
B)Coding
C)Encrypting
D)Inputting
5

Testing for and eliminating errors is known as
A)Beta
B)Debugging
C)Troubleshooting
D)Patching
6

__________ is typically found within the program as well as in printed documents.
A)Certification
B)Credentials
C)Documentation
D)Citations
7

The purpose of program __________ is to ensure that existing programs are operating error free, efficiently, and effectively.
A)Design
B)Maintenance
C)Specifications
D)Debugging
8

In OOP programming, a reusable, self-contained component is called a(n)
A)Module
B)Logic structure
C)Object
D)Method
9

The lowest level computer language is
A)Machine language
B)Natural language
C)Procedural language
D)Problem-oriented language
10

A(n) __________ contains a number of modules that have been preprogrammed to accomplish various tasks.
A)Application generator
B)Query language
C)Natural language
D)Interpreter
11

The problem that you are trying to solve using software is called the aim.
A)True
B)False
12

By using pseudocode, a programmer can outline the necessary steps for a piece of software to operate.
A)True
B)False
13

A syntax error violates the rules of the programming language.
A)True
B)False
14

In OOP programming, a reusable, self-contained component is called a method.
A)True
B)False
15

A language that is based entirely on the spoken word that would require little to no adaptation to use to program is called a query language.
A)True
B)False







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