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Mr Carey
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Middleton High School use two different high level languages in their computing courses. One language uses an interpreter and the other uses a compiler.
What common purpose do an interpreter and a compiler have? [KU] (1 point)

State two features of a high level language. [KU] (2 points)

Explain how an interpreter and a compiler work.
Mention at least two points for each. [KU] (4 points)

The availability and cost of interpreted languages and compiled languages are almost the same. Why are pupils who have just started learning programming often taught using an interpreted high level language instead of a compiled one? [PS] (1 point)

When creating software, it is an advantage if the software is portable.
Why is portable software an advantage? [PS] (1 point)

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