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Praxis Computer Sciences 5652 Questions and Answers Latest Version Already Passed
What is the main purpose of an algorithm in computer science?✔✔ To provide a step-by-step set of instructions to solve a problem.
What is the output of the expression 4 + 2 \* 3 in most programming languages?
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What does HTML stand for?✔✔ HyperText Markup Language
What is one main difference between RAM and ROM?✔✔ RAM is temporary memory, while ROM is permanent and stores essential startup instructions.
What is the function of a compiler?✔✔ To translate source code from a high-level language into machine code. 1 / 4
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What is the primary goal of debugging?✔✔ To find and fix errors in a program.
Why is version control important in software development?✔✔ It tracks changes to code and allows collaboration among developers.
What is an infinite loop?✔✔ A loop that never terminates because the exit condition is never met.
What does the acronym API stand for in programming?✔✔ Application Programming Interface
What is the purpose of a variable in programming?✔✔ To store data that can change during program execution.
What does IP stand for in networking?✔✔ Internet Protocol 2 / 4
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Why do we use conditional statements in programming?✔✔ To make decisions based on certain conditions during program execution.
What is the role of a database in a software application?✔✔ To store and manage data efficiently.
What is an example of a high-level programming language?✔✔ Python
What does the term “binary” refer to in computer science?✔✔ A number system using only 0s and 1s.
What is the primary function of an operating system?✔✔ To manage computer hardware and software resources.
Why is indentation important in Python?✔✔ It defines the structure and blocks of code. 3 / 4
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What does DNS stand for?✔✔ Domain Name System
What does it mean to "compile" a program?✔✔ To convert source code into executable code.
What is encryption used for?✔✔ To protect data by converting it into a secure format.
What is the function of a loop in programming?✔✔ To repeat a block of code multiple times.
What is a Boolean value?
✔✔ A data type with only two values: true or false.
What does GUI stand for?✔✔ Graphical User Interface
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