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What is the purpose of a flowchart?
What is the purpose of a flowchart?
- To represent the data flow within a program visually
- To define the inputs and outputs of an algorithm
- To provide a textual representation of an algorithm's steps
- To visually depict the flow of control and data within an algorithm (correct)
Which flowchart symbol represents the manipulation of data, such as assignments or computations?
Which flowchart symbol represents the manipulation of data, such as assignments or computations?
- Decision
- Data Terminal
- Process (correct)
- Input/Output
What is the characteristic of a selection structure in an algorithm?
What is the characteristic of a selection structure in an algorithm?
- It selects tasks based on specific conditions (correct)
- It executes tasks in a specific, linear order
- It represents well-defined inputs and outputs
- It repeatedly evaluates a condition, and executes tasks when the condition is true
Which flowchart symbol is used to represent a condition check?
Which flowchart symbol is used to represent a condition check?
What is the definition of an algorithm?
What is the definition of an algorithm?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an algorithm?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an algorithm?
What is the essential element that distinguishes a flowchart from a program?
What is the essential element that distinguishes a flowchart from a program?
Which flowchart symbol represents the beginning and end of a process?
Which flowchart symbol represents the beginning and end of a process?
Which of the following is an example of a repetition structure in an algorithm?
Which of the following is an example of a repetition structure in an algorithm?
Why are algorithms considered language-independent?
Why are algorithms considered language-independent?
Flashcards
Algorithm
Algorithm
A step-by-step procedure for solving problems.
Characteristics of Algorithms
Characteristics of Algorithms
Algorithms must have well-defined inputs/outputs, be clear, language independent, and feasible.
Flowchart
Flowchart
A graphical representation of an algorithm that shows the flow of control and data.
Data Terminal (Flowchart Symbol)
Data Terminal (Flowchart Symbol)
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Process (Flowchart Symbol)
Process (Flowchart Symbol)
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Decision (Flowchart Symbol)
Decision (Flowchart Symbol)
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Sequence Structure
Sequence Structure
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Selection Structure
Selection Structure
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Repetition Structure
Repetition Structure
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Flow Lines (Flowchart Symbol)
Flow Lines (Flowchart Symbol)
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Study Notes
Introduction to Algorithms
- An algorithm is a step-by-step procedure to solve problems.
- Characteristics of a good algorithm: well-defined inputs and outputs, clear and unambiguous steps, language independence, and feasibility.
Flowcharts
- A flowchart is a graphical representation of an algorithm.
- Its purpose is to visually illustrate the flow of control and data through the algorithm, aiding understanding and analysis.
Basic Flowchart Symbols
- Data Terminal: Represents the start and end points of a flowchart (oval shape).
- Process: Represents data manipulation or computations (rectangle).
- Input/Output: Represents data input or output operations (parallelogram).
Algorithm Structures
- Sequence Structure: A linear flow of steps.
- Example: Summing two numbers and storing the result in a variable.
- Selection Structure: Processes are selected based on conditions.
- Example: Checking if a number is even or odd.
- Repetition Structure: Processes are repeated as long as a condition is true.
- Example: Printing numbers from 1 to 10.
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