Which statement is true of the commands represented by the blocks in MakeCode Arcade?

They can be reused multiple times.

How does iteration help a programmer?

It saves a programmer time when an action needs to be repeated.

What should a programmer do to repeat the same action multiple times, using the same code?

Iterate the action by using a loop.

What is the greatest benefit of modularity?

Each module can be reused throughout the program.

Which tasks benefit the most from modularization?

Those that need to be repeated more than once

What does a function parameter allow a programmer to do?

Pass data to the function whenever they call it.

When using a function parameter, what can programmers of a modular program do?

Pass data to the function whenever they call it.

What is a program that includes a function parameter capable of doing?

Passing data to a function whenever it is called

Which option is an example of an array of strings?

A list of items that you need to pick up at the grocery store

Which option is an example of an array of numbers?

A list of order numbers for books in a section of a bookstore

Which option is an example of a Boolean variable?

The answer to whether you have finished your homework

How does cloud storage work?

Files are saved on remote servers via internet access.

What does it mean for your files when their data is backed up to the cloud?

Files are less likely to be lost in a catastrophic event.

What is one reason that businesses use cloud storage?

So employees in different locations can share and access files

Elzbieta is a game developer who wants to gather user data to improve her game. What is the best data collection method for this task?

Automatic data-collection algorithms coded into the game

Taylor wants to know how many times people select a particular brand of bottled water over others when they hear an ad for that brand. What would be the best data collection method for this task?

A hands-on experiment to record the number of times the brand was selected after the ad was played

Which two actions could improve the accuracy of your data collection?

Collect data from a diverse group of people who represent your audience. Ask questions that are specific to your needs and meeting your objectives.

Which two actions could ensure that the data you collect is fair and accurate?

Collect data from a large sample size of participants or observations. Make sure the sample group is diverse and representative of your audience.

What are two ways to improve the accuracy and fairness of data collection?

Make sure the questions you ask are specific and pertain to your needs. Collect data from a large, diverse group of participants.

Exploring Computer Science Semester 1 Final Flashcards

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which type of statement allows a computer to decide which steps to take based on a certain condition?

Back

An if-then statement

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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Which two words are used in algorithms to allow a computer to decide what to do given a certain condition?

Back

If and then

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is the purpose of an if-then statement in an algorithm?

Back

To allow a computer to decide which steps to take depending on a certain condition

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the term for a set of clearly defined, logical steps to solve a problem or perform a task?

Back

Algorithm

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the term for a set of steps that computers are designed to follow to perform tasks efficiently?

Back

Algorithm

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is the best definition of an algorithm?

Back

A set of clearly defined, logical steps to solve a problem or perform a task

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does each block in the MakeCode Arcade interface represent?

Back

A separate command

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