GCSE Computer Science - Algorithms

Craig and Dave define an Algorithm as "A specific ____________ that can be followed to complete a task."

"An algorithm is a type of computer program."

• True

• False

An example of an Algorithm could be

• Instructions for making a sandwich

• A description of a process for converting numbers to binary

• The sequence of steps needed to navigate from your home to school

• All of the above

Breaking a problem down into smaller, more manageable parts is called:

Select all statements below that are advantages of problem decomposition

• Allows problems to be solved in one simple function, instead of many

• Different people can work on different parts of the problem at the time time

• Components developed in one program can be re-used in other programs

• Programs become more environmentally friendly

• Makes problems easier to solve