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What are the two phases a typical programming task can be divided into?

Problem solving phase and Implementation phase

What is an algorithm?

An ordered sequence of steps describing a solution to a problem

What is pseudocode?

An artificial and informal language used to develop algorithms

What calculation determines a student’s final grade in the example provided?

<p>The average of four marks</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the flowchart represent?

<p>The sequence of operations in a program</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the oval symbol represent in a flowchart?

<p>Denotes the beginning or end of the program</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which shape denotes a process to be carried out in a flowchart?

<p>Rectangle</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following flowchart symbols with their meanings:

<p>Oval = Denotes the beginning or end of the program Parallelogram = Denotes an input operation Rectangle = Denotes a process to be carried out Diamond = Denotes a decision to be made</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Problem Analysis

  • A programming task can be broken down into two phases: problem solving and implementation.
  • The problem solving phase involves creating an ordered sequence of steps to solve a problem, known as an algorithm.
  • The implementation phase involves translating the algorithm into a specific programming language.

Algorithms and Pseudocode

  • Pseudocode is an informal, artificial language used to develop algorithms.
  • It resembles everyday English and assists programmers in outlining the steps involved in a program.
  • Example: Calculating a student’s final grade based on four marks using pseudocode:
    • Input four marks.
    • Calculate the average by summing the marks and dividing by 4.
    • If the average is below 50, print “FAIL”. Otherwise, print “PASS”.

Flowcharts

  • A flowchart is a visual representation of an algorithm.
  • It emphasizes individual steps and their connections.
  • It illustrates the flow of control between actions in a program.

Flowchart Symbols

  • Oval: Denotes the start or end of a program.
  • Parallelogram: Represents an input operation.
  • Rectangle: Represents a process to be carried out, like addition, subtraction, or division.
  • Diamond: Represents a decision or branch. The program follows one of two paths based on the decision.
  • Hybrid: Represents an output operation.
  • Flow line: Shows the direction of logic flow in the program.

Example Flowchart

  • The flowchart for calculating a student's grade:
    • Start
    • Input: M1, M2, M3, M4
    • Process: GRADE  (M1+M2+M3+M4)/4
    • Decision: if (GRADE < 50)
      • Output: Print “FAIL”
    • Decision: else
      • Output: Print “PASS”
    • End

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This quiz focuses on the fundamentals of algorithms, pseudocode, and flowcharts. You'll explore the process of problem analysis, the steps of developing algorithms, and the importance of visual representations in programming. Test your understanding of how to articulate solutions effectively.

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