JAMB Computer Science Past Questions & Answers - Page 16

76.

Which of the following is not a third generation language?

A.

FORTRAN

B.

COBOL

C.

Assembly language

D.

Basic

Correct answer is C

Assembly language is a low-level programming language that is specific to a particular computer architecture. It is more difficult to learn and use than higher-level programming languages, but it offers more control over the hardware

77.

Which of the following components of the computer is referred to as the administrative section ?

A.

CPU

B.

Output unit

C.

Input unit

D.

Memory Unit

Correct answer is A

CPU is referred to as the administrative section of the computer, it is also called the brain of the computer

78.

The process of finding and correcting errors in the program code is called ?

A.

testing

B.

Debugging

C.

Editing

D.

coding

Correct answer is B

Debugging is the process of finding and correcting errors in the program code. It involves identifying, isolating, and fixing the problems or bugs in computer program code. The other options do not accurately describe this process. Editing is the process of making changes to the code, but it does not necessarily involve finding and correcting errors. Coding is the process of writing the code, and testing is the process of checking the code to see if it works as expected

79.

Which of the following is not an example of graphics packages

A.

Freelance

B.

Quattro pro

C.

Corel draw

D.

Havard graphics

Correct answer is B

Quattro Pro is not a graphics package. It is a spreadsheet program developed by Borland and now managed by Corel. It provides tools for data management and analysis. Havard Graphics, Freelance, and Corel Draw are examples of graphics packages. They provide tools for creating and editing images, drawings, and illustrations

80.

The first step in a CPU instruction cycle is

A.

Decode

B.

Get

C.

Fetch

D.

Execute

Correct answer is C

Fetch is the first step of CPU instruction cycle also called fetch-and-execute cycle, fetch-decode-execute cycle, or FDX