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What is a crucial aspect of an algorithm that ensures it can solve all problems of a particular type?

  • Finiteness
  • Efficiency
  • Completeness (correct)
  • Definiteness
  • Why is the finiteness property of an algorithm important?

  • To ensure the algorithm is flexible
  • To ensure the algorithm terminates after a finite number of steps (correct)
  • To ensure the algorithm is efficient
  • To ensure the algorithm is easy to understand
  • What is the primary goal of selecting a particular algorithm for solving a problem?

  • To minimize memory usage
  • To maximize computational power
  • To ensure the algorithm is easy to implement
  • To minimize the number of steps (correct)
  • Which of the following is NOT a feature of an algorithm?

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

    What is the primary concern when designing an algorithm?

    <p>Ensuring the algorithm is efficient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when the condition in a WHILE-DO control structure is false?

    <p>The execution of the algorithm proceeds with the portion that appears after T</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concern when designing an algorithm?

    <p>Ensuring the algorithm terminates in a finite number of steps</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the IF-THEN control structure?

    <p>To execute a sequence of instructions based on a condition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between a WHILE-DO control structure and an IF-THEN control structure?

    <p>The number of times the sequence of instructions is executed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary consideration when evaluating the complexity of an algorithm?

    <p>The number of steps required to complete</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of adding 1 to a given number in the iterative process described?

    <p>To find the first prime number greater than the given number</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary requirement for a programming language, as opposed to a natural language?

    <p>It should be unambiguous to ensure precise instructions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Repeat-until construct in the pseudo-language?

    <p>To iterate until a specific condition is met</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of using a pseudo-language to present an algorithm?

    <p>To present an algorithm in a clear and concise manner</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using meaningful mnemonic variable names in the pseudo-language?

    <p>To improve the readability of the algorithm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Input unit in a computer?

    <p>To communicate data or information to the computer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Memory unit in a computer?

    <p>To store instructions, data, and intermediate results</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the combination of the Control unit and Arithmetic Logical Unit (ALU) called?

    <p>Central Processing Unit (CPU)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the Arithmetic Logical Unit (ALU) in a computer?

    <p>To perform arithmetical and logical operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Output unit in a computer?

    <p>To receive the stored result from the memory unit and convert it into a form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of an algorithm?

    <p>To provide a set of rules for solving a specific type of problem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature of an algorithm ensures that it can be used to solve all problems of a particular type?

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

    Which of the following plays an important role in the development of an algorithm?

    <p>Selection and repetition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important consideration when evaluating the efficiency of an algorithm?

    <p>The number of steps required to terminate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of using an efficient algorithm?

    <p>It requires fewer steps or less memory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a flow line that goes in an upward direction represent in a flowchart?

    <p>An iteration or repetition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between a fixed loop and a variable loop?

    <p>The number of iterations in a fixed loop is fixed, while in a variable loop it depends on the variables</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Euclid's algorithm in computing?

    <p>To find the greatest common divisor of two numbers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Repeat-Until construct used for in algorithm design?

    <p>To iterate a set of operations until a condition is true</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of designing an algorithm?

    <p>To write a program that is efficient and solves the problem at hand</p> Signup and view all the answers

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