pseudocode

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What is pseudocode?

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Pseudocode is a simplified, informal way of describing a computer program's logic using plain language and structured formatting, without the strict syntax of programming languages.

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What does 'Count Controlled' iteration mean?

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Count Controlled iteration is a type of loop that runs a specific number of times, determined before the loop starts.

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What is 'Condition Controlled' iteration?

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Condition Controlled iteration is a type of loop that continues to execute as long as a specified condition is true.

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What is the output of the following pseudocode: Payrate = 12, Hours Worked = 10?

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The output is 120, calculated as Payrate multiplied by Hours Worked.

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What does the 'REPEAT...UNTIL' loop do?

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The 'REPEAT...UNTIL' loop executes the code inside at least once and checks the condition after the execution to determine if it should repeat.

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What is the purpose of the 'RANDOM' function in pseudocode?

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The 'RANDOM' function generates a random number within a specified range.

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What is the difference between a 'WHILE' loop and a 'REPEAT...UNTIL' loop?

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A 'WHILE' loop checks the condition before executing the code, while a 'REPEAT...UNTIL' loop checks the condition after executing the code.

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What does 'MOVE_FORWARD()' represent in pseudocode?

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'MOVE_FORWARD()' is a command that instructs an object or robot to move one step forward.

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What is the significance of 'IF' statements in pseudocode?

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'IF' statements are used to make decisions in pseudocode, allowing the program to execute certain actions based on whether a condition is true or false.

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What is an example of a simple pseudocode for adding two numbers?

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Example: 1. START 2. INPUT number1 3. INPUT number2 4. sum = number1 + number2 5. OUTPUT sum 6. END