Programming #2 Flashcards
1
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Procedure
A
- A block of code that performs a set task
- Takes in 0,1 or more parameters
2
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Function
A
- A block of code that performs a set task
- Takes in 0,1 or more parameters
- Returns a value
3
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Passing by Value
A
The function receives a copy of the original value and only makes changes to the copy of the original variable and not the original variable itself
4
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Passing by Reference
A
The function receives the memory location of the data and makes changes to the original variable
5
Q
Parameter
A
An item of data that is passed to a subroutine and is used as a variable within that subroutine
6
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Sequence
A
Executes instructions one after the other
7
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Iteration
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Iteration (looping) allows us to reuse sections of code using FOR and WHILE loops
8
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Branching
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Allows a program to change direction depending on the boolean expression
