Algorithms Flashcards

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What is a flowchart?

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A structure used to implement algorithms

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What are arrows used for in flowcharts

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arrows are used to the correct sequence of the steps in the correct order

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What does print do in programming?

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It ‘prints’ words you’ve asked it to in the output

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What is a variable?

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Something that can change or temporarily store a value

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What is the difference between an algorithm and a flowchart?

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An algorithm is simply the instructions that need to be carried out whereas a flowchart gives those instructions a graphical representation of how the instructions will be carried out with the use of shapes and arrows

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