Practice What is an Algorithm? - 3.2 | Chapter 3: Algorithms and Flowcharts | ICSE Class 8 Computer Applications
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Question 1

Easy

Define an algorithm in your own words.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about daily tasks you perform.

Question 2

Easy

What does β€˜finiteness’ mean regarding algorithms?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how many steps a recipe typically has.

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Question 1

What is an algorithm?

  • A random set of instructions.
  • A step-by-step procedure to solve a problem.
  • Only a programming language syntax.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think of steps you take to complete any task.

Question 2

True or False: An algorithm can have an infinite number of steps.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider what 'finiteness' signifies.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design an algorithm that calculates the area of a rectangle based on user input for length and width.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember, Area = Length x Width!

Question 2

Write an algorithm for sorting a list of numbers in ascending order.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how you would organize items in order.

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