Module 1 Chapter 1 Programming Basics Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
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What is an algorithm?
A
An algorithm is a set of rules or a sequence of steps specifying how to solve a problem. They all have input, processing and output.
2
Q
Give five examples of the different data types used in programming
A
- Integer
- Real/ Float
- Boolean
- Character
- String
3
Q
What are variables?
A
Identifiers given to memory locations whose contents will change during the course of the program.
4
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What are constants?
A
Identifiers given to memory locations whose contents never change during the course of the program. Not all programming languages allow you to define constants.
