Select the Odd one from the following
Correct answer: A. Operating system
- A. Operating system
- B. Interpreter
- C. Compiler
- D. Assembler
Explanation
An operating system manages computer resources, whereas an interpreter, compiler, and assembler are language translators. Therefore, the operating system is the odd one out.
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