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Think about the steps in order before drawing the flowchart or writing the algorithm.

1. An algorithm is a set of precise, step-by-step instructions for solving a
problem

2. A flowchart is a visual diagram that uses standard symbols to represent
those steps
3. Flowcharts use standard symbol

Teacher’s Note

Explain the concepts of algorithms and flowcharts.

Think and Answer
Think and Answer

A. Choose the correct option

1. The word algorithm comes from the name of:
a) Aryabhata

b) Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi

c) Pythagoras d) Charles Babbage

2. Which of the following is not a feature of an algorithm?
a) Each step is clear and exact b) It has infinite steps

c) It takes input and gives output

d) Every step is useful

3. Which algorithm is commonly used to arrange numbers in ascending order?

a) Binary Search b) Bubble Sort
c) Factorial Algorithm d) Linear Search

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