The Oldest Computer Language for Writing Scientific and Mathematical Programs

question 10

Multiple Choice

The oldest computer language for writing scientific and mathematical programs is ________.

• A) FORTRAN
• B) C++
• C) COBOL
• D) Pascal

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Definitions:

Net Income

The total profit of a company after all revenues, cost of sales, operating expenses, and taxes have been subtracted from its total revenue.

Operating Activities

Activities that relate to the primary operations of a company, such as selling goods and services, which are reflected in the cash flow statement.

Depreciation Expense

The methodical distribution of a tangible asset's cost throughout its usable life.

Net Income

The total earnings of a company after all expenses and taxes have been deducted from total revenue, often referred to as the bottom line.