O-LevelComputer ScienceProgramming2210/11 · May/June 2023 · Q74 Marks
A programmer uses a low-level language to write a computer program for a vending machine.
- (a)Describe what is meant by a low-level language.[2]
- (b)Give two reasons why the programmer would choose to write the computer program in a low-level language instead of a high-level language. 1 2[2]
Mark scheme
Marking points from the official mark scheme (May/June 2023). The mark or mark type is shown in brackets.
- [2] Any two from: • Close to the language processed by computers • May use mnemonics • An example is assembly language/machine code
- [2] Any two from: • Can directly manipulate the hardware • No requirement for the program to be portable • Program will be more memory efficient • No requirement for a compiler/interpreter • Quicker to execute • Can use specialised hardware
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