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Which of the following is NOT a problem solving technique/program design tool mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a problem solving technique/program design tool mentioned in the text?
- Pseudo codes
- Algorithms
- Programming language (correct)
- Flowcharts
What is the purpose of an algorithm?
What is the purpose of an algorithm?
- To complete a set of unambiguous instructions (correct)
- To define the problem
- To create multiple solutions
- To provide logic for solving a problem
Which of the following is an example of an algorithmic problem mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is an example of an algorithmic problem mentioned in the text?
- Find minimum in a list
- Insert a card in a list of sorted cards
- Guess an integer number in a range
- All of the above (correct)
What is the purpose of a flowchart?
What is the purpose of a flowchart?
What is the purpose of an algorithm?
What is the purpose of an algorithm?
What are the three notations mentioned in the text that can be used to express problem solving?
What are the three notations mentioned in the text that can be used to express problem solving?
Which of the following is a building block of algorithms mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is a building block of algorithms mentioned in the text?
What is the difference between an algorithm and a program?
What is the difference between an algorithm and a program?
What are some simple strategies mentioned in the text for developing algorithms?
What are some simple strategies mentioned in the text for developing algorithms?
What is the significance of problem specifications in the problem solving process?
What is the significance of problem specifications in the problem solving process?