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

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According to the 'Better Definition' provided, what key characteristic defines an algorithm's sequence of steps?
Options
A It must be an infinite number of ambiguous steps.
B It must be a precise sequence of a limited number of unambiguous, executable steps that terminates in a solution.
Correct Answer
C It can be an imprecise sequence of an unlimited number of steps.
D It must only contain executable steps, regardless of ambiguity or termination.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 8 states that a 'Better Definition' of an algorithm is 'A precise sequence of a limited number of unambiguous, executable steps that terminates in the form of a solution'.

Hint

Refer to the 'Better Definition' of Algorithm on page 8.

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