Edexcel Algorithm Key Terminology
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Computers
10th - 12th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Unambiguous
This means that the instruction cannot be misunderstood.
An ordered set of instructions
A precise method for solving a problem
A programming language that resembles natural human language
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Sequence
An ordered set of instructions
A programming language that resembles natural human language
A structured, code-like language that can be used to describe an algorithm.
A unique name given to a variable or constant. Using descriptive names for variables makes code easier to read.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Algorithm
A precise method for solving a problem
This means that the instruction cannot be misunderstood.
A 'container' that holds a value that never changes.
An operator that performs a calculation on two numbers.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
High-level programming language
A programming language that resembles natural human language
A programming language that resembles machine code
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Flow chart
A graphical representation of an algorithm. Each step in the algorithm is represented by a symbol. Symbols are linked together with arrows showing the order in which steps are executed.
A structured, code-like language that can be used to describe an algorithm.
A 'container' used to store data (value). The value is not fixed as it can store different values during the course of a program and each time a program is run.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Pseudo-code
A structured, code-like language that can be used to describe an algorithm.
A programming language that resembles natural human language
This means that the instruction cannot be misunderstood.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Variable
A 'container' used to store data (value). The value is not fixed as it can store different values during the course of a program and each time a program is run.
A 'container' that holds a value that never changes.
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