DO NOW - Bebras Challenge Practice

What is an algorithm?

• A physical object

• A step-by-step procedure or a set of rules for solving a specific problem or accomplishing a specific task.

• A mathematical equation

• A type of computer program

What is problem solving?

• Process of finding solutions to difficult or complex issues

• Process of ignoring difficult or complex issues

• Process of avoiding difficult or complex issues

• Process of creating difficult or complex issues

What is computational thinking?

• A problem-solving process that involves breaking down complex problems into smaller, more manageable parts and using algorithms and logical reasoning to solve them.

• A programming language

• A method of organizing computer files

• A type of mathematical equation

Give an example of an algorithm.

• linear search algorithm

• binary search algorithm

• bubble sort algorithm

• merge sort algorithm

What are the steps involved in problem solving?

• Identify, Analyze, Generate, Evaluate, Implement, Review

• Analyze, Identify, Evaluate, Generate, Implement, Review

• Identify, Analyze, Generate, Evaluate, Implement, Reflect

• Evaluate, Generate, Implement, Analyze, Identify, Review

How does computational thinking help in everyday life?

• Computational thinking is too complex for everyday problem-solving.

• Computational thinking only benefits computer scientists.

• Computational thinking helps in everyday life by providing a systematic approach to problem-solving, logical reasoning, and algorithmic thinking.

• Computational thinking is not applicable in everyday life.

What are the key components of an algorithm?

• variables, loops, and conditionals

• input, output, control structures, and computational steps

• functions, arrays, and objects

• constants, operators, and expressions

Explain the concept of abstraction in computational thinking.

• Abstraction is a technique used to hide unnecessary details and focus on the essential aspects of a problem.

• Abstraction

• Abstraction is the process of breaking down a complex problem into smaller, more manageable parts.

• Abstraction is a method of representing real-world objects and their interactions in a simplified manner.

What are some common problem-solving strategies?

• trial and error, breaking the problem into smaller parts, brainstorming, using algorithms or formulas, seeking help or advice from others, and using logical reasoning

• guessing randomly, ignoring the problem, giving up immediately, relying solely on intuition

How can computational thinking be applied in different fields?

• By solving problems without breaking them down into smaller parts.

• By using emotions and intuition instead of logical reasoning.

• By breaking down complex problems into smaller, manageable parts, identifying patterns and trends, creating algorithms and step-by-step instructions, and using logical reasoning to solve problems.

• By ignoring patterns and trends and focusing only on the big picture.