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What is the difference between an assembler and a compiler ?

What is the difference between an assembler and a compiler ?
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  • A An assembler converts a machine language code into assembly level language code while a compiler converts high level programming language to a machine language code.
  • B An assembler converts assembly level language code into machine language code while a compiler converts high level programming language code to a machine language code.
  • C A compiler converts assembly level language code into machine lange while an assembler converts high level programming language to a machine language code.
  • D They both convert assembly level language code into machine lange
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
An assembler converts assembly level language code into machine language code while a compiler converts high level programming language code to a machine language code.

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