Introduction to Programming Quiz - CBSE Class 7 Computer Science
Free practice quiz: Introduction to Programming (CBSE Class 7 Computer Science). 20 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.
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What is programming?
- Writing instructions for a computer
- Solving mathematical problems
- Designing software interfaces
- Debugging code
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Answer: A. Writing instructions for a computer
Programming is the process of writing instructions that a computer can understand to perform tasks.
What is an algorithm?
- A programming language
- A step-by-step procedure for solving a problem
- A software tool
- A hardware device
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Answer: B. A step-by-step procedure for solving a problem
An algorithm is a precise set of instructions designed to perform a task or solve a problem.
What does it mean to 'compile' a program?
- To run the program
- To convert source code into executable code
- To write a program
- To debug a program
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Answer: B. To convert source code into executable code
Compiling is the process of converting high-level source code into machine code that can be executed by a computer.
What does the term 'syntax' refer to in programming?
- The method of running a program
- The way instructions are arranged
- The speed of the program
- The errors in the code
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Answer: B. The way instructions are arranged
Syntax refers to the set of rules that defines the combinations of symbols that are considered to be correctly structured programs.
Why is documentation important in programming?
- To reduce code size
- To make programming faster
- To ensure code is understandable and maintainable
- To avoid errors
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Answer: C. To ensure code is understandable and maintainable
Documentation helps other programmers understand how a code works and why certain choices were made, improving maintainability.