Algorithms and Pseudocode

Question 1

Algorithm

Answer 1

A set of step-by-step instructions to solve a specific problem.

Question 2

Pseudocode

Answer 2

A way of describing an algorithm using structured but informal code that resembles programming language.

Question 3

Flowchart

Answer 3

A diagram that represents an algorithm visually using symbols like ovals, rectangles, diamonds, and arrows.

Question 4

Selection

Answer 4

A decision-making process in an algorithm where a choice is made using IF, ELSE, or CASE.

Question 5

Iteration

Answer 5

Repeating a set of instructions using loops such as FOR, WHILE, or REPEAT UNTIL.

Question 6

Trace Table

Answer 6

A table used to follow the logic of an algorithm and record variable values at each
step.

Question 7

Dry Run

Answer 7

Manually going through code or an algorithm to test it without running on a computer.

Question 8

Verification

Answer 8

Checking if data has been accurately copied from one medium to another.

Question 9

Validation

Answer 9

Checking if data entered meets certain criteria before processing.