Question

Which of the following is equivalent to a subroutine depending on the programming language?(1 point)
Responses

function
function

accessor
accessor

mutator
mutator

model

Answer 1

In programming, a **subroutine** is a block of code that performs a specific task and can be called upon from various parts of a program. The term that is most equivalent to a subroutine is **function**.

Here’s a brief overview of the other terms:

- **Accessor**: This typically refers to a method that retrieves (or "accesses") the value of a private variable, but does not modify it.

- **Mutator**: This is a method that modifies or sets the value of a private variable, but does not retrieve it.

- **Model**: This is a broader term often used in design patterns (like MVC) and generally refers to a data structure or representation of data, particularly in the context of applications.

Thus, the correct response is **function**.