Algorithm and Flowchart Quiz

What is an algorithm?

• A flowchart

• A step-by-step procedure to solve a problem

• A programming language

• A type of software

Which of the following is a characteristic of a good algorithm?

• Ambiguity

• Infinite steps

• Definiteness

• Complexity

In algorithm design, what does 'finiteness' mean?

• The algorithm must have a finite number of steps

• The algorithm runs indefinitely

• The algorithm uses infinite memory

• The algorithm has no input

Which symbol is used to represent the start or end of a flowchart?

• Rectangle

• Diamond

• Oval

• Parallelogram

What does a rectangle represent in a flowchart?

• Decision

• Process

• Input/Output

• Connector

Which symbol is used to represent a decision in a flowchart?

• Rectangle

• Diamond

• Oval

• Parallelogram

In a flowchart, what does a parallelogram represent?

• Start/End

• Process

• Input/Output

• Decision

What is the purpose of arrows in a flowchart?

• To represent data

• To indicate the flow of control

• To denote a decision

• To show input/output