Algorithms Flashcards
1
Q
What are algorithms for
A
They are used to decide what to do, for example computers deciding what aeroplanes should land at an airport. Algorithms are run in the background
2
Q
The definition of an algorithm is
A
A step by step procedure for solving problems
Is something which can be followed by computers and humans
3
Q
What is the simplest wag of expressing an algorithm
A
A list algorithm
4
Q
What is a sequence
A
A basic instruction
5
Q
What is a selection
A
A choice or decision
6
Q
What is iteration
A
Repeating something a set number of times or until a condition is met
7
Q
What makes a successful algorithm
A
It has to be correct and efficient
8
Q
Correctness
A
How successfully it solves the problem
9
Q
Efficiency
A
How quickly it solves the problem
