CSD Unit 1 - Problem Solving and Computers

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Elements that make a computer a computer: input, output, processing, storage

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all of the above

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Step 1 in the problem solving process - determine what problem are you trying to solve

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Define

Front

a precise sequence of instructions for processes that can be executed by a computer

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algorithim

Front

the thinking work computers do to turn input into output

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processing

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Step 3 in the problem solving process - put your plan into action

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Try

Front

What is an example of an output device? Options: mouse, microphone, speakers, DVD

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speakers

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Your team builds your paper tower and test to see if it will stand tall and for how long. What part of the problem solving process are you working on?

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Try

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saving information to use in the future

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storage

Front

What part of the problem solving process are you working on when your team discusses what you think will be the best way to build your paper tower and write down what you are going to do?

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Prepare

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ALL of the following ARE ways that information is OUTPUT from a computer EXCEPT: printing out a document, hearing sound through headphones, speaking into a microphone, data being displayed on a monitor

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speaking into a microphone