13.

As a class project, Dr. de Soto’s class is creating a new programming language. Dr. de Soto has assigned different teams to manage the variables, data structures, syntax, and tools. There is one more team that needs an assignment. What should they be assigned to manage so that this new programming language will have all of the needed components?

logic gates

control structures

switches

string descriptors

The team should be assigned to manage the control structures. Control structures are a crucial component of any programming language as they allow for complex decision making and control over the flow of the program. Without control structures, the language would be limited in its functionality and would not be able to perform more advanced tasks. The other components (variables, data structures, syntax, and tools) are already being managed by other teams and are essential components in their own right, but control structures are necessary for a well-rounded programming language.