FP - Topic 1 - Introduction - Q1

What is the primary purpose of programming?

• To replace human tasks with automation

• To create complex algorithms

• To write novels

• To design graphics

What is an algorithm?

• A set of random instructions

• A type of computer hardware

• A finite set of clearly defined instructions

• A programming language

Which of the following is NOT a property of an algorithm?

• Transparency

• Complexity

• Accuracy

• Finishing

What is the first step in the programming process?

• Debugging

• Clarify the problem

• Release

• Coding

What type of errors can occur during programming?

• Syntax Errors

• Logic Errors

• Runtime Errors

• All of the above

Which programming language is mentioned in the text?

• Swift

• Ruby

• Java

• Python

What does the flowchart block of condition do?

• Shows the start of the algorithm

• Decides which path to take based on conditions

• Ends the algorithm

• Displays output data

In the equation ax + b = 0, what happens if a = 0 and b = 0?

• Infinite solutions

• Unique solution

• Any solution

• No solution

What is the output when a = 0 and b ≠ 0?

• Multiple solutions

• Any solution

• No solution

• Unique solution

What is the purpose of pseudo code?

• To debug programs

• To compile code

• To describe algorithms in a simplified manner

• To write complex algorithms