Problem Solving and Algorithms Quiz

What is the first step in the problem-solving process?

• Implement the solution

• Brainstorm solutions

• Define the problem

• Test the solution

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a problem?

• It requires a solution

• It is always complex

• It can have significant consequences

• It varies in scale

Which skill is most important for successful problem-solving?

• Guessing

• Critical thinking

• Multitasking

• Memorization

What is a process?

• A tool for solving complex problems

• A series of steps taken to achieve a goal

• A test for algorithms

• A technical task for programmers

Which factor is NOT a challenge in problem-solving?

• Complexity

• Cognitive biases

• Unlimited resources

• Uncertainty

What is an algorithm?

• A computer program

• A set of rules for writing code

• A step-by-step process to solve a problem

• A type of pseudocode

Which of these is a characteristic of a good algorithm?

• It is ambiguous

• It has infinite steps

• It is efficient

• It lacks structure

Which real-life task can be solved using an algorithm?

• Writing an essay

• Making toast

• Cleaning a room

• All of the above

What is the purpose of pseudocode?

• To replace programming languages

• To write vague ideas

• To describe logic in plain language

• To eliminate the need for syntax

Which example describes a correct sequence in an algorithm?

• Test and validate before implementing a solution

• Develop a plan after testing the solution

• Test the solution after implementing it

• Define the problem after writing pseudocode