Starting Out with Python 6e (Gaddis) TEST BANK
Chapter 1 Introduction to Computers and Programming
TRUE/FALSE
1. A software developer is the person with the training to design, create, and test computer programs.
ANS: T
2. A computer is a single device that performs different types of tasks for its users.
ANS: F
3. All programs are normally stored in ROM and are loaded into RAM as needed for processing.
ANS: F
4. The instruction set for a microprocessor is unique and is typically understood only by the
microprocessors of the same brand.
ANS: T
5. The CPU understands instructions written in a binary machine language.
ANS: T
6. A bit that is turned off is represented by the value -1.
ANS: F
7. The main reason to use secondary storage is to hold data for long periods of time, even when the
power supply to the computer is turned off.
ANS: T
8. RAM is a volatile memory used for temporary storage while a program is running.
ANS: T
9. The Python language uses a compiler which is a program that both translates and executes the
instructions in a high-level language.
ANS: F
10. IDLE is an alternative method to using a text editor to write, execute, and test a Python program.
ANS: T
Chapter 1 Introduction to Computers and Programming
TRUE/FALSE
1. A software developer is the person with the training to design, create, and test computer programs.
ANS: T
2. A computer is a single device that performs different types of tasks for its users.
ANS: F
3. All programs are normally stored in ROM and are loaded into RAM as needed for processing.
ANS: F
4. The instruction set for a microprocessor is unique and is typically understood only by the
microprocessors of the same brand.
ANS: T
5. The CPU understands instructions written in a binary machine language.
ANS: T
6. A bit that is turned off is represented by the value -1.
ANS: F
7. The main reason to use secondary storage is to hold data for long periods of time, even when the
power supply to the computer is turned off.
ANS: T
8. RAM is a volatile memory used for temporary storage while a program is running.
ANS: T
9. The Python language uses a compiler which is a program that both translates and executes the
instructions in a high-level language.
ANS: F
10. IDLE is an alternative method to using a text editor to write, execute, and test a Python program.
ANS: T
