Quiz on Algorithms

What is an algorithm?

• A type of computer hardware

• A set of instructions designed to solve a problem

• A programming language

• A type of software application

What is programming?

• Creating a set of instructions for a computer to follow

• Designing a computer

• Building a computer network

• Writing a book

What does the term "Bug" refer to in a computer program?

• A feature

• A user interface

• An error, flaw, or defect

• A software update

What is a loop in coding?

• A) A function that executes once

• B) A variable that stores data

• C) A set of instructions that repeats for a preset number of times

• D) A method to sort data

What is a programming language?

• A type of computer hardware

• A tool used to write software

• A type of operating system

• A computer virus

What does the term "Syntax" refer to in programming?

• The rules that govern the structure of a programming language

• The meaning of the code

• The speed of the program

• The user interface design

What is the process of reviewing code to fix errors called?

• Compiling

• Debugging

• Executing

• Encrypting