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Understanding Computational Thinking

Authored by Made Gatrini

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is computational thinking?

A type of computer hardware

Computational thinking is a method of problem-solving that involves decomposition, pattern recognition, abstraction, and algorithm design.

A method for writing essays

A programming language

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

List the four key components of computational thinking.

Machine Learning

Data Analysis

Decomposition, Pattern Recognition, Abstraction, Algorithm Design

Software Development

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does abstraction help in problem-solving?

Abstraction complicates problem-solving by adding unnecessary details.

Abstraction helps in problem-solving by simplifying complexity and focusing on essential features.

Abstraction eliminates the need for critical thinking in problem-solving.

Abstraction focuses solely on irrelevant features of a problem.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Explain the importance of algorithms in computational thinking.

Algorithms are crucial for structuring problem-solving processes in computational thinking.

Algorithms complicate computational thinking processes.

Algorithms are irrelevant to problem-solving.

Algorithms are only useful in programming languages.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role does decomposition play in tackling complex problems?

Decomposition complicates problems by adding more layers.

Decomposition has no effect on problem-solving.

Decomposition simplifies complex problems by dividing them into smaller, manageable parts.

Decomposition is only useful for simple problems.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can pattern recognition aid in developing solutions?

It helps in creating random solutions without any data.

Pattern recognition aids in developing solutions by identifying trends and predicting outcomes based on historical data.

It eliminates the need for data analysis entirely.

Pattern recognition is only useful in artistic fields.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Give an example of a real-world problem that can be solved using computational thinking.

Calculating the area of a circle

Writing a novel about artificial intelligence

Designing a new smartphone

Optimizing delivery routes for a logistics company.

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