What is byte-code? What is its importance?

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Byte-code is the object code the Java compiler creates. Byte-code executes on the Java Virtual Machine (JVM). The JVM is platform independent, that is, not tied to one particular computer. The JVM is a fictitious computer, common to all computers; this feature makes Java unique in that the program can be created on one platform and executed on any other platform.

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Why is it so difficult to construct an associative cache?

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One of the most common tools for defining an algorithm is _____, which is part English, part structured code.

A. machine language B. a flow diagram C. C++ D. pseudocode

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Casey sells computer equipment. He is paid a base salary of $2,300 per month and a commission of 1% of all sales over $6,000. If Casey sells $13,350 worth of computer equipment this month, calculate his gross pay for the month. Round your answer to the nearest cent.Caysey's gross pay is $__________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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