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Comparing algorithms to computer programs

The starter and exit quiz of the lesson “Comparing algorithms to computer programs”, from the unit “Algorithms” (Year 10 Computing) by Oak National Academy.

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12 questions

  1. What is computational thinking?
  2. Which computational thinking technique focuses on important details and ignores irrelevant ones?
  3. Which computational thinking technique involves breaking a problem into smaller, manageable parts?
  4. Which computational thinking technique involves creating logical, step-by-step instructions?
  5. Which of these is an example of abstraction?
  6. What is the main goal of algorithmic thinking?
  7. Match the term to its definition.
  8. Which of the following is an example of an algorithm?
  9. What is a set of step-by-step instructions to solve a task called?
  10. Why is logic important in algorithms?
  11. What makes a computer program different from an algorithm?
  12. What is another key difference between an algorithm and a computer program?

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