Principles of Computing Quiz

What is an algorithm primarily used for?

• Executing tasks on a computer

• Performing mathematical calculations

• Writing a step-by-step process to perform a specific task

• Creating graphical

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a way of expressing algorithms?

• Pseudocode

• Flowcharts

• Unified Modeling Language (UML)

• Gantt charts

What does pseudocode doesn't have?

• Logic

• Formality

• Structure

• Compiling and execution

What is the purpose of a flowchart?

• To write code

• To graphically depict the steps in a program

• To represent data structures

• To perform mathematical calculations

Which symbol in a flowchart represents the program's starting and ending points?

• Rectangles

• Diamonds

• Ovals

• Arrows

In flowcharts, what does a diamond shape represent?

• Start and end points

• Input and output operations

• True/False conditions

• Processing steps

What is spaghetti code?

• Code that is well-organized, modular, and easy to debug.

• Code that is tangled, hard to understand, and lacks structure.

• Code that follows a clear top-to-bottom flow.

• Code you can execute

Which practice is NOT associated with spaghetti programming?

• Consistent naming conventions.

• Proper division into functions or classes.

• Rapid coding without a structured approach.

• Avoid using code comments or documentation.

What is the main goal of Structured Programming?

• To reduce program size

• To improve code readability and quality

• To increase development time

• To increase Runtime

What is the purpose of using control structures in Structured Programming?

• To reduce code complexity

• To improve program flow and clarity

• To decrease development time

• To increase Runtime