12 Questions
What is an algorithm?
A set of well-defined logical steps that must be taken to perform a task
What is the purpose of pseudocode?
To create a model program that can be translated into actual code
What do the ovals in a flowchart represent?
Terminal symbols
What is the order of execution of statements in a program?
From top to bottom
What is the purpose of a function?
To perform an operation
What is an argument in a function?
The data given to the function
What is the primary benefit of using pseudocode when creating a program?
It enables the programmer to focus on the design of the program
What is the main purpose of a flowchart in programming?
To graphically depict the steps in a program
What is the typical three-step process performed by a computer program?
Receive input, perform some process, and produce output
What is the primary role of a function in a program?
To perform a specific operation
What is the purpose of breaking down a task into a series of steps?
To create an algorithm
What is the typical shape of a processing symbol in a flowchart?
Rectangle
Learn about the steps to break down a task into a series of logical steps and create a model program using pseudocode. Understand how to design an algorithm and its importance in programming. Test your knowledge of algorithm design and pseudocode with this quiz.
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