What do we know about algorithms?

Which of the following best defines an algorithm?

• A type of tree

• A type of food
• A set of step-by-step instructions to solve a problem

• A type of animal

What is the purpose of using algorithms in computer programming?

• To solve problems and perform tasks efficiently
• To slow down the computer
• To create bugs in the code
• To confuse users

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a good algorithm?

• Being clear and unambiguous

• Having a finite number of steps
• Being efficient in solving a problem
• Being overly complicated

Which term best describes a sequence of steps that are followed in order to solve a specific problem?

• Sequence

• Landscape
• Algorithm

• Symphony

Why is testing an algorithm important in computer programming?

• To confuse programmers

• To ensure the algorithm works correctly in different scenarios

• To slow down the problem-solving process
• To add necessary complexity

What is the primary reason for using algorithms in computer programming?

• To make the code longer

• To create unnecessary steps in the process
• To confuse other programmers
• To solve complex problems efficiently

Which of the following is a key characteristic of a good algorithm?

• Having an infinite number of steps

• Being overly complicated

• Being clear and unambiguous

• Being inefficient in solving a problem

Why is it important for algorithms to have a finite number of steps?

• To ensure the problem can be solved in a reasonable time

• To confuse programmers

• To slow down the problem-solving process

• To add unnecessary complexity