ALGORITHMS Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
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What is an algorithm?
A
A set of steps for solving a certain problem.
2
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What are the characteristics of an algorithm?
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Finite, Precise, Unambiguous, Proper flow, Terminated.
3
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What are the 3 control structures in a flow of any program?
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Sequence, Decision, Repetition.
4
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What can algorithms be expressed in?
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Natural Language, Flowcharts, and Pseudocode.
5
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What is a flowchart?
A
A visual way to show steps involved in an algorithm
6
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What is pseudocode?
A
An algorithm that uses English-like phrases which can easily be converted to code.
7
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Pseudocode words for input?
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Input, Read, Get, Obtain, Store.
8
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Pseudocode words for output?
A
Output, Display, Show, Print, Write.
