3.2 - What is an Algorithm?
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Practice Questions
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Define an algorithm in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about daily tasks you perform.
What does ‘finiteness’ mean regarding algorithms?
💡 Hint: Consider how many steps a recipe typically has.
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What is an algorithm?
💡 Hint: Think of steps you take to complete any task.
True or False: An algorithm can have an infinite number of steps.
💡 Hint: Consider what 'finiteness' signifies.
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Design an algorithm that calculates the area of a rectangle based on user input for length and width.
💡 Hint: Remember, Area = Length x Width!
Write an algorithm for sorting a list of numbers in ascending order.
💡 Hint: Think about how you would organize items in order.
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