EAGER 2.1-Algorithms

What is computational thinking?

• The use of computers for gaming

• The use of computers to solve problems

• The physical building of computer hardware

• Studying the history of computers

What does abstraction involve in computational thinking?

• Building a physical model of a computer

• Solving mathematical problems without a computer

• Using symbols and variables to represent a real-world problem

• Creating a detailed plan of the computer's hardware

What is the purpose of decomposition in problem-solving?

• To create a complex algorithm without planning

• To combine small problems into a large one

• To break down large problems into smaller, manageable parts

• To make the computer run faster

What shape in a flowchart represents a decision?

• Diamond

• Parallelogram

• Rectangle

• Oval

What is pseudocode?

• A high-level programming language

• A simplified language used to design algorithms

• A low-level programming language

• A detailed plan of a computer's architecture

What type of error occurs due to incorrect typing in the code?

• Compilation error

• Syntax error

• Runtime error

• Logic error

Which search algorithm requires the list to be in order before it starts?

• Sequential Search

• Linear Search

• Binary Search

• Hash Search

Which sorting algorithm involves comparing and swapping elements?

• Merge Sort

• Insertion Sort

• Quick Sort

• Bubble Sort

What is the first step in correcting an algorithm?

• Consult a programming expert

• Read what the algorithm should do

• Rewrite the entire algorithm

• Delete all the code and start over

What does a trace table help to identify?

• Syntax errors

• Network problems

• Logic errors

• Hardware issues