Multiple choice

A computer requires a set of instructions called ______, which tells the computer how to perform a particular task.

  1. software

  2. interpreter

  3. compiler

  4. controller

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Explanation

Software is the set of instructions that tells a computer how to perform a particular task. It includes programs, applications, and operating systems that enable the hardware to function. An interpreter and compiler are specific types of software that process code, while a controller is a hardware component that manages operations.