OMS Computer Science Intro to algorithms

What is an algorithm?

• A type of computer virus

• A step-by-step procedure or formula for solving a problem

• A piece of computer hardware

• A type of software bug

Which of the following is NOT an example of an algorithm?

• Sorting a list of numbers in ascending order

• Following a recipe to bake a cake

• Randomly selecting a number from 1 to 10

• Solving a math problem using a formula

What is the purpose of an algorithm?

• To create computer games

• To automate tasks and solve problems

• To design websites

• To compose music

Which step in an algorithm comes first?

• Step 3

• Step 2

• Step 4

• Step 1

Which of the following algorithms is used for searching a specific item in a list?

• bubble sort

• binary search

• Merge sort

• selection sort

What is the advantage of using algorithms in problem solving?

• They make problems ore difficult to solve.

• They guarantee a solution every time

• They provide a systematic approach to solving problems.

• they can only be used by computer programers.

Which of the following best describes a loop in an algorithm?

• A repeating sequence of instructions

• A one-time action

• A mathematical equation

• A random event

Which of the following is an example of a sorting algorithm?

• Baking a cake

• Playing a video game

• Alphabetizing a list of names

• Drawing a picture

In an algorithm, what is a "step"?

• A small insect

• An individual instruction or action

• A unit of measurement

• A type of computer

What is the purpose of an algorithm?

• To make a computer run faster

• To provide step-by-step instructions to solve a problem

• To create complex video games

• To design websites