Question 1

What is the main aim of the programming project described in the document?

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To design, build, and test a system for entering Mathematics results for pupils across three topics.

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To write a report on computer science

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To create a game for students

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To develop a website for teachers

Question 2

How may candidates complete their programming projects according to the instructions?

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Candidates may complete the project at any point during the course.

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Candidates must complete the project in one session

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Candidates must complete the project during exams

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Candidates can only complete the project under supervision

Question 3

What should candidates use to show how their program will work?

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Candidates should identify the key algorithms using flowcharts, pseudocode or other methods.

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Candidates should create a presentation

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Candidates should write an essay

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Candidates should draw pictures

Question 4

What action should take place if a teacher enters the wrong username and password?

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An error message should be displayed.

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The teacher's account should be locked

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The system should crash

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The teacher should be given another chance without a warning

Question 5

What is required in the test plan for the program?

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Identify both normal and erroneous tests with required inputs and expected outputs.

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Errors do not need to be documented

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No specific tests are required

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Only normal tests need to be identified

Question 6

What is needed to evaluate how well the program works?

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An evaluation should include problems faced, bugs present, and future improvements.

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A simple pass or fail

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Details of user opinions only

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A financial analysis of the program

Question 7

What documentation must be retained for the External Moderator?

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Candidates’ written work with evidence, including a record of relevant oral interaction and awarded marks.

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Just the teacher's notes

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Only the final program code

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A summary of the project

Question 8

How should candidates ensure their code is understood?

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Candidates should use appropriate commenting in their code.

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Comments are not necessary for their code

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They should write documentation for users instead

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They should keep their code secret

Question 9

What should be done after testing the program using the test plan?

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Make notes on any failed tests and, if possible, correct the code and retest it.

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Submit the program without changes

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Ignore the failed tests

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Only test successful parts again

Question 10

What must the nominated supervisor ensure regarding the programming project?

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The project provides opportunities to demonstrate confidence in programming techniques and problem-solving skills.

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That only basic programming is used

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That the project remains simple without challenges

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That the project is completed quickly

Question 11

What is the main objective of the Programming Project as stated in the instructions for candidates?

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To design, build, and test a system that allows a teacher to enter Mathematics results for pupils.

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To design a user interface for teachers

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To develop a theory about programming

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To create a database for student records

Question 12

How many programming projects can be selected for completion according to the instructions for teachers?

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Three programming projects.

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Five programming projects

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Two programming projects

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One programming project

Question 13

What must candidates keep a record of during their interaction with the nominated supervisor?

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A record of relevant oral interaction.

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The final project report

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A list of all programming errors

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All changes made to the programming environment

Question 14

In step 4 of the instructions for candidates, what happens if the teacher enters the wrong username and password?

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An error message is displayed.

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The system shuts down

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The program restarts

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The teacher is granted access

Question 15

What should be included in the test plan as specified in the instructions?

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Both normal and erroneous tests should be identified.

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Only erroneous tests should be included

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Test results from previous projects

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Only normal tests should be included

Question 16

What should candidates do after completing the test plan in step 2?

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Plan the program they are going to make.

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Evaluate the completed project

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Start coding immediately

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Write the final report

Question 17

What is required from candidates regarding the program's functionality?

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Candidates should produce evidence of their program's functioning.

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They should submit only the final version

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They must provide written documentation only

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They need to create a presentation

Question 18

Which aspect of the project allows teachers to enter student names and results?

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The part of the program that adds functionality for entering student data.

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The password entry system

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The testing phase

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The evaluation stage

Question 19

What should an evaluation of the program include according to step 8?

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Problems faced during development and possible future improvements.

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A list of all programming tools used

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A summary of programming languages used

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An analysis of the coding standards

Question 20

What is one of the support resources mentioned for candidates with special needs?

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The Handbook for Centres.

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The Programming Guide

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The User's Guide

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The Teacher's Manual

Question 21

What is the main purpose of the Programming Project in the Computer Science curriculum?

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To allow candidates to demonstrate computational thinking, programming techniques, and problem-solving skills.

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To pass a written examination

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To learn theoretical concepts only

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To complete a multiple-choice test

Question 22

How many programming projects can be selected for the Programming Project?

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One programming project

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Three programming projects.

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Two programming projects

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Four programming projects

Question 23

What must be included in the test plan for the program?

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Identification of both normal and erroneous tests with required inputs and expected outputs.

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Only successful test cases

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A list of features to add

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A summary of the program's objectives

Question 24

What is the first step candidates must complete when starting their program?

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Write a brief overview of the main aim of the program and a list of requirements.

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Design the user interface

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Test the program

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Write the final code

Question 25

What should happen if the teacher enters the wrong username and password?

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An error message should be displayed.

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Access is granted immediately

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A warning beep sounds

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The program crashes

Question 26

What is the expected output when the teacher indicates there are no more entries?

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The class average is displayed.

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The total number of students

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An error message

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A list of all student names

Question 27

What should the evaluation of the program include?

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Problems encountered, how they were overcome, existing bugs, and possible future improvements.

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The teacher's feedback only

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Code optimization techniques

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Only the final output

Question 28

What should be kept as evidence for the External Moderator?

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Candidates’ written work, a record of oral interaction, and marks awarded.

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Only the final program code

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All email communications

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A video recording of the candidate

Question 29

What must candidates demonstrate through their proposed project according to the instructions?

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Confidence of computational thinking, programming techniques and problem solving skills

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Ability to work in teams

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Knowledge of hardware components

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Basic coding skills

Question 30

Before the class average is displayed, what condition must be met in the program?

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The teacher states that there are no further entries

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All students must be present

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The teacher must log out

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The maximum score must be reached

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