Algorithm Quiz

What is an algorithm?

• A mathematical theorem

• A series of logical steps to solve a problem

• A computer hardware component

• A type of programming language

Who is considered the father of modern algorithms?

• Abu Ja’far Muhammad Ibn Musa Al-Khawarizmi

• Alan Turing

• Ada Lovelace

• John von Neumann

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

• Finiteness

• Ambiguity

• Effectiveness

• Input and Output

What does 'Definiteness' in an algorithm refer to?

• The algorithm must be lengthy

• The algorithm must have multiple outputs

• The algorithm must be efficient

• The steps must be clear and unambiguous

Which structure allows steps to be executed in order?

• Recursive

• Conditional

• Sequential

• Looping

What type of algorithm is used for sorting data?

• Recursive

• Searching

• Greedy

• Sorting

Which of the following is an example of a searching algorithm?

• Bubble Sort

• Binary Search

• Fibonacci

• Dijkstra

What is a characteristic of a good algorithm?

• It must be illogical

• It must be complex

• It must be lengthy

• It must be efficient

Which of the following is an example of a recursive algorithm?

• Bubble Sort

• Fibonacci

• Linear Search

• Dijkstra

What is the first step in the algorithm for making tea?

• Pour hot water

• Boil water

• Steep the tea bag

• Add sugar