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COS 102 concept of problem solving; lecture 1 week 2 Objective Question

Question

How is an "Algorithm" defined in the "Design of Algorithms" section of the document?
Options
A A complex computer program written in Python.
B A sequence of instructions describing how to do a task (or process).
Correct Answer
C The final executable solution to a problem.
D A tool for debugging computer errors.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 11 provides a direct definition: 'Algorithm: A sequence of instructions describing how to do a task (or process)'.

Hint

Look for the definition highlighted in a red box on page 11.

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