MCQ IN COMPUTER SCIENCE & ENGINEERING

COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING

ALGORITHMS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Identify the correct definition for ‘algorithm’
A
A problem
B
A solution to a problem
C
The steps that are taken to solve a problem
D
The words to enter when typing
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -An algorithm is a set of commands that must be followed for a computer to perform calculations or other problem-solving operations. According to its formal definition, an algorithm is a finite set of instructions carried out in a specific order to perform a particular task.

Detailed explanation-2: -An algorithm is a procedure used for solving a problem or performing a computation. Algorithms act as an exact list of instructions that conduct specified actions step by step in either hardware-or software-based routines.

Detailed explanation-3: -Algorithm Basics. The word Algorithm means ” A set of finite rules or instructions to be followed in calculations or other problem-solving operations ” Or ” A procedure for solving a mathematical problem in a finite number of steps that frequently involves recursive operations”.

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