Algorithm Quizz 1

What is an algorithm?

• A function that computes a mathematical operation

• A sequence of instructions that solve a problem

• A data type that stores information

• A loop that iterates through a list

What is the purpose of algorithm analysis?

• To measure the efficiency of an algorithm
• To measure the complexity of an algorithm
• To measure the length of an algorithm
• To measure the input/output of an algorithm

What is the best way to represent an algorithm visually?

• Flowchart
• Table
• Text document
• Audio recording

Which of the following is a common algorithm used for sorting data?

• Bubble Sort
• Linear Search
• Binary Search
• Recursive Function

Which of the following is NOT an example of an algorithm?

• A cooking recipe
• A math equation
• A street map
• A telephone directory

Which of the following is NOT a step in the algorithm design process?

• Understand the problem
• Develop a plan
• Implement the plan
• Test the algorithm

What is the purpose of pseudocode?

• To provide a way to test algorithms
• To provide a way to communicate algorithms
• To provide a way to write code
• To provide a way to debug code