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QWhich of the following is characteristic of a compiler?

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  • A Translates source code line by line ✔ ✖
  • B Provides immediate feedback on errors ✔ ✖
  • C Produces an intermediate code ✔ ✖
  • D Requires an interpreter for execution ✔ ✖
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A characteristic of a compiler is that it often produces an intermediate code or machine code as an output. This code is then executed directly by the computer's hardware.

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