13.2 - Characteristics of an Algorithm
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What does finiteness mean in the context of algorithms?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens if an algorithm runs forever.
Provide an example of input and output in an algorithm.
💡 Hint: Think of a simple calculator's functions.
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What characteristic ensures an algorithm will terminate?
💡 Hint: Think about algorithms that run indefinitely.
True or False: Input and output are both required for an algorithm.
💡 Hint: Recall how algorithms process data.
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Devise an algorithm that takes a list of grades as input and computes the average. Ensure you define your steps to satisfy all characteristics.
💡 Hint: Think about how you would calculate an average with basic arithmetic.
In a cooking algorithm, why might forgetting to define the amount of an ingredient cause problems? Illustrate how this breaks down the algorithm's effectiveness.
💡 Hint: Consider how vague instructions can alter outcomes.
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