Algorithms and Flow Charts

What is an Algorithm

• A set of instructions
• Does not use graphics to show how a process works
• Does not help you plan out computer code
• Something that creates a lot of confusion

A flowchart  

• Helps you plan out  computer code
• is a type of graphic diagram that represents an algorithm, 
• Uses shapes to help organize a process
• All of the above

What shape in the flow chart represents a decision 

• Square
• Diamond
• Rectangle
• Oval

What shape represents the start and end of a flowchart

• Oval
• Rectangle
• Diamond
• Square

What does an arrow represent in a flow chart

• Decision making
• Data Flow
• Start
• Stop

What does the rectangle represent in a flow chart

• Rectangle
• Oval
• Diamond
• Rectangle