Week 4

Question 1

What is a function?

Answer 1

An input and output pair

Question 2

What is an argument?

Answer 2

An input

Question 3

What is a value?

Answer 3

An output

Question 4

What is an algorithm?

Answer 4

A method of computing a function (deterministic with finite number of steps)

Question 5

What is computation?

Answer 5

Executing an algorithm to find the output given the input

Question 6

What’s an example of a computational process in computer programs/AI?

Answer 6

SHRLDU: early AI that broke down syntax and identified words to comprehend sentences and perform small commands

Question 7

How does computation apply to computers?

Answer 7

Function of technology should be able to mimic human cognition and capabilities

Question 8

What is digital versus analog computation

Answer 8

Digital is binary and straightforward, and usually represents something more abstract concepts
Analog is more fluid and represents something physical