____________ Was Created in the Early Days of Computing as an Alternative

question 87

Multiple Choice

____________ was created in the early days of computing as an alternative to machine language.

• A) FORTRAN
• B) COBOL
• C) assembly language
• D) Pascal

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Definitions:

Machinery

Machines collectively or a single machine, especially those used in industrial or agricultural processes.

Mean Time Between Failures

A reliability metric that measures the average time elapsed between a system failing and the next time it fails.

Maintenance

The routine activities required to keep a machine, system, or facility operating efficiently and to prevent any unexpected failures.

Reliability

The likelihood that a system or component will perform its required functions for a specified period under stated conditions.