Computer Science for IGCSE & O level - Software (Section 10 - No. 19)
What is the primary difference between a high-level language and assembly language?
Assembly language is easier to understand.
High-level language is closer to machine code.
High-level language uses English-like syntax, while assembly language uses mnemonics.
Assembly language is machine-independent.
Explanation
High-level languages use more abstract, English-like syntax, while assembly uses mnemonics.