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what is the best description of a programming language?

a. a language that directs a computer to perform tasks and carry out
functions
b. the instructions that determine what data a computer stores
c. a set of instructions that converts numeric information into
machine language that a computer can understand
d. the words an individual uses to compose email and text
messages on computers and other devices

Explanation:

To determine the best description of a programming language, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Programming languages are used to write code that tells computers to perform tasks (like calculations, data processing, etc.) and execute functions. This matches the core purpose of a programming language.
• Option B: Instructions for data storage are part of programming but not the full description of a programming language. Programming languages do more than just determine data storage.
• Option C: Compilers or interpreters convert code (not just numeric info) to machine language. Programming languages themselves are the syntax/semantics for writing instructions, not the conversion process.
• Option D: Programming languages are not for composing emails/texts (that's natural language for human communication), but for computer - executable instructions.

Answer:

A. A language that directs a computer to perform tasks and carry out functions