Algorithmic Problem Solving Flashcard

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What is an algorithm?

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A set of step-by-step instructions to solve a problem

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What is the first step in algorithmic problem solving?

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Define the problem

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What do algorithms provide?

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Instructions that anyone can follow to do a job correctly

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Mason is learning how to bake a cake using a recipe algorithm. What is the output of this algorithm?

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The baked cake

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Which of the following is NOT a step in algorithmic problem solving?

• Define the problem
• Examine sample cases
• Ignore the test results
• Implement the solution

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Ignore the test results

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What is the purpose of using algorithms in computers?

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To accomplish tasks quickly and reliably

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What is required for search algorithms to work effectively? Options: No specific organization of data, Randomly organized data, Data organized or indexed in some way, A large amount of data

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Data organized or indexed in some way

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What is algorithmic problem solving?

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A way to solve problems by creating processes or algorithms

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What is the role of a flowchart in algorithmic problem solving?

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To provide a visual representation of the algorithm