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Chapter 4 Introduction To Hypertext Pre - Processor - Quiz

This quiz assesses foundational knowledge in PHP, a server-side scripting language. It covers basics like PHP syntax, usage of editors like Notepad++, and understanding PHP's role in web development. Ideal for learners aiming to grasp web programming essentials.

Questions and Answers

1.

Please select the logo of PHP in the given image.
2.

What does PHP stands for ?
- A.
  
  Hypertext Pre- Processor
- B.
  
  Pretext Hypertext Processor
- C.
  
  Personal Home Page
- D.
  
  Preprocessor Home Page
Correct Answer
A. Hypertext Pre- Processor

Explanation
PHP stands for Hypertext Pre-Processor. It is a widely-used open-source scripting language that is specifically designed for web development. The name "Hypertext Pre-Processor" reflects its purpose of processing hypertext or web pages before they are displayed to users. PHP is used to create dynamic web pages, handle form data, interact with databases, and perform various server-side tasks.

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3.

For PHP programming what are editors used ?
- A.
  
  Notepad++
- B.
  
  Sublime
- C.
  
  Eclipse
- D.
  
  Notepad
Correct Answer(s)
A. Notepad++
B. Sublime
C. Eclipse

Explanation
The editors commonly used for PHP programming are Notepad++, Sublime, and Eclipse. These editors provide features and functionalities that are specifically designed for PHP development, such as syntax highlighting, code completion, and debugging tools. They offer a more efficient and organized coding experience for PHP developers, allowing them to write, edit, and manage their PHP code effectively.

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4.

PHP is a Client Side Scripting Language
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
PHP is actually a server-side scripting language, not a client-side scripting language. Client-side scripting languages, such as JavaScript, are executed on the user's web browser, while server-side scripting languages, such as PHP, are executed on the web server before the web page is sent to the user's browser. PHP is used to generate dynamic web pages and interact with databases, making it a server-side language.

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5.

A PHP Script should start with _________ and end with _________

Correct Answer

Explanation
A PHP script should start with the opening tag "" to indicate the beginning and end of the PHP code. This is necessary for the PHP interpreter to recognize and execute the code enclosed within these tags.

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6.

Which statement will output $x on the screen ?
- A.
  
  Echo "\$x"
- B.
  
  Echo "\$$x"
- C.
  
  Echo "/$x"
- D.
  
  Echo "$x"
Correct Answer
A. Echo "\$x"

Explanation
The correct answer is echo "\$x" because the backslash (\) before the dollar sign ($) is used to escape the special meaning of the dollar sign and treat it as a regular character. Therefore, when the echo command is executed, it will print the literal string "$x" on the screen.

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7.

What is the symbol used for newline ?
- A.
  
  \m
- B.
  
  \n
- C.
  
  \r
- D.
  
  \v
Correct Answer
A. \m

Explanation
The symbol used for a newline is \n.

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8.

The ___________ system define function, returns structured information (Types and values) about variables in PHP

Correct Answer
var_dump()

Explanation
The var_dump() function in PHP is used to display structured information about variables. It returns the types and values of the variables, providing a detailed insight into their contents. This is useful for debugging and understanding the data stored in variables during the development process.

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9.

The variable name can never start with __________________
- A.
  
  Number
- B.
  
  Symbol
- C.
  
  Comma
- D.
  
  @
Correct Answer
A. Number

Explanation
In programming, variables are used to store data. The name of a variable is important as it helps in identifying and accessing the stored data. According to the given answer, a variable name cannot start with "number". This is because starting a variable name with a number is not allowed in most programming languages. Variable names are typically required to start with a letter or an underscore character. Starting a variable name with a number could lead to syntax errors or confusion in the code.

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Chapter 4 Introduction To Hypertext Pre - Processor

Please select the logo of PHP in the given image.

What does PHP stands for ?

For PHP programming what are editors used ?

PHP is a Client Side Scripting Language

A PHP Script should start with _________ and end with _________

Which statement will output $x on the screen ?

What is the symbol used for newline ?

The ___________ system define function, returns structured information (Types and values) about variables in PHP

The variable name can never start with __________________

A PHP Script should start with _ and end with _