Question

hopper explained, \what i was after in beginning english language programming was to bring another whole group of people able to use the computer easily.\
which evidence from the text best supports the claim that grace hopper made important new contributions to computer programming?
choose 1 answer:
a \at the time, computer programs were written using symbols, numbers, and abbreviations that were understood only by experts in the field.\
b \when her fellow computer scientists suggested her idea wouldnt work, hopper ignored her doubters.\
c \prior to hoppers work, computers were primarily used by people with engineering and math backgrounds.\
d \but her user - friendly programming made computers accessible to more people, thanks to the use of a familiar language.\

Explanation:

To support the claim that Grace Hopper made important new contributions to computer programming, we need evidence showing her work's impact. Option A describes the old programming method, not her contribution. Option B shows her perseverance, not the contribution itself. Option C tells about who used computers before her, not her contribution. Option D states her user - friendly programming (using a familiar language) made computers accessible to more people, which directly shows her important contribution to computer programming.

Answer:

D. "But her user - friendly programming made computers accessible to more people, thanks to the use of a familiar language."