Algorithms

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GCSE Computing Flashcards on Algorithms, created by hcl.wong on 01/10/2013.
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What is an algorithm An algorithm is a series of executable commands that solve a problem
What can algorithms be written in? 1. Pseudocode 2. Structured English 3. Flow Charts
What is selection? Selection allows a program to make choices depending on certain criteria
What is sequence? Sequence is a list of commands that are executed in order
What is iteration When a process or sequence is repeated
What is pseudocode? An outline of a code that can be easily converted into real code
What is structured English? It is when you write a program using English with some general coding terms in
What are flow charts? A flow chart is a chart that maps out the route of a piece of code that can have sequence or selection
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