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Cause of that extra step. Interpreted languages are interpreted and then compiled. Compiled languages are just compiled.
Why did you like your own question?
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Openended question should be in Feed Posts.
https://www.sololearn.com/discuss/1316935/?ref=app
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Why didn't Google?
Both these links will help you:
https://stackoverflow.com/questions/1694402/why-are-interpreted-languages-slow
https://stackoverflow.com/questions/3265357/compiled-vs-interpreted-languages