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

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The 'Process' symbol in a flowchart, typically represented by a rectangle (▭), indicates what?
Options
A The beginning or end of the algorithm.
B A point where a question is asked or a choice is made.
C A specific action, operation, or single step to be performed.
Correct Answer
D Data input from or output to an external device.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 21's 'Flowchart Symbols' table describes the rectangle symbol as 'Process' and states, 'Also called "Action Symbol," it represents a process, action, or a single step. Indicates processes like mathematical operations.'

Hint

Refer to the 'Flowchart Symbols' table on page 21 and locate the rectangle symbol.

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