Programming Languages Quizzes Language Processors

Question:
In analyzing the compilation of PL/I program, the term "Lexical analysis" is associated with

Option A):
use of macro processor to produce more optimal assembly code
Option B):
recognition of basic syntactic constructs through reductions
Option C):
recognition of basic elements and creation of uniform symbols
Option D):
creation of more optional matrix

Correct Answer is Option C):
recognition of basic elements and creation of uniform symbols