Which of the following are system software?

1.Compiler

2.Word Processor

3.Interpreter

4.Linker

5.Assembler

A1, 3, 4 & 5 only ✓ Correct

B1, 2 & 4 only

C1, 2, 3 & 5 only

D2, 3 & 4 only

Correct answer: (A) 1, 3, 4 & 5 only

Explanation

System software provides the tools and services that support and run other programs, rather than performing end-user tasks directly.

A compiler is system software that translates whole high-level source code into machine code.

An interpreter is system software that translates and runs source code line by line.

A linker is system software that combines compiled code modules into a single executable program.

An assembler is system software that converts assembly language into machine code.

A word processor is application software for creating documents, so it is not counted here.

The system software items are therefore the compiler, interpreter, linker and assembler.

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