Quiz on Algorithms and Python Basics

Which of the following best defines an algorithm?

• A Python program

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

• A debugging technique

• A software library

What is the main goal of an algorithm?

• To make programs faster

• To provide a clear solution to a problem

• To store data permanently

• To reduce memory usage

Which property is not essential for an algorithm?

• Finiteness

• Definiteness

• Ambiguity

• Input

Which of the following is a correct characteristic of an algorithm?

• It must have at least one output

• It can run indefinitely

• It doesn’t need input

• It should not be language-independent

What is the first step in algorithm development?

• Testing

• Understanding the problem

• Writing code

• Debugging

A flowchart is used to:

• Write code

• Represent algorithms visually

• Store data

• Create functions

Which symbol is used for decision-making in flowcharts?

• Rectangle

• Diamond

• Circle

• Parallelogram

What is time complexity in algorithms?

• The amount of memory used

• The number of inputs

• The amount of time taken to execute

• The number of outputs generated

Which of the following is a valid Python variable name?

• 1name

• name_1

• name-1

• @name

What will type(10) return in Python?

• float

• str

• int

• bool