3.1 - What is an Algorithm?
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Practice Questions
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Define what an algorithm is in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about a recipe.
What does it mean for an algorithm to be 'finite'?
💡 Hint: It cannot go on forever.
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What is the primary purpose of an algorithm?
💡 Hint: Think about what an algorithm guides us to do.
True or False: An algorithm can run indefinitely.
💡 Hint: Remember the principle of finiteness.
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Create an algorithm to sort three numbers in ascending order.
💡 Hint: Think about how you'd sort books by height.
Devise an algorithm for a more complex task, such as planning a party, where you identify all the steps needed.
💡 Hint: Consider the sequence of tasks you'd tackle leading up to the event.
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