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COS 102 Concept & Properties of Algorithm lecture 3 Week4 Objective Question

Question

The 'Better Definition' of an algorithm on page 8 emphasizes specific qualities. Which of these is NOT part of that better definition?
Options
A Precise sequence
B Unlimited number of steps
Correct Answer
C Unambiguous
D Terminates in a solution
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 8's 'Better Definition' specifies 'a limited number of unambiguous, executable steps'. Therefore, 'unlimited number of steps' is incorrect.

Hint

Algorithms must eventually come to an end.

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