NEW 2.1 computational thinking

Using a flowchart to design an algorithm is an example of what?

• Thinking logically
• I don't know
• Thinking concurrently
• Thinking abstractly

When designing systems, it is important to consider what aspects are important to solve the problem and what are not. What is this known as?

• Abstraction
• Implementation
• Reality
• Programming

How would an architectural drawing of a house differ from reality?

• The colour of the paint
• Location of entrances and exits
• Size and dimensions of the house
• Location and size of windows

What do we mean when we talk about decision points in a program?

• Any point in a program when processing and calculations are performed
• Any point where the program can take an optional route based on a condition
• Any point in a program when it outputs data
• Any point in a program when a user is asked for input

Which computational thinking skills can be described as, 'identifying the preconditions of a system, the inputs, outputs and reusable components'?

• Thinking ahead
• Thinking abstractly
• Thinking logically
• Thinking procedurally

A charity concert is being planned. Which of the following would NOT be considered a 'pre-condition' before deciding on a suitable venue?

• Estimated noise level of concert
• Estimated number of attendees
• Will the concert be held inside or outside
• Genre of musical artists (e.g. rock, pop, dance)

What is the purpose of a structure diagram?

• To show the steps of an algorithm
• Break a problem down to show the order of program modules
• To explain the steps of a coded solution in structured English
• To show the attributes and methods of a class

What is described as, 'anything which will be required to go into a system in any form in order for it to operate as intended'?

• Processing
• Inputs
• Outputs
• Concurrency

What can be described as, 'anything which exits a system in any form in order for it to operate as intended'?

• Concurrency
• Processing
• Inputs
• Outputs

What can be described as, 'Any condition which pre-exists the suggested solution'?

• Variables
• Concurrency
• Solution preconditions
• Inputs