Algorithms: Difference between revisions

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This is an important concept. You should fully understand this.

This is a basic concept in computer science

In mathematics and computer science, an algorithm is a self-contained step-by-step set of operations to be performed. Algorithms perform calculation, data processing, and/or automated reasoning tasks.^[1]

Introduction[edit]

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Standards[edit]

Define algorithm

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 == Standards ==
-These standards are used from the IB Computer Science Subject Guide<ref>IB Diploma Programme Computer science guide (first examinations 2014). Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom: International Baccalaureate Organization. January 2012.</ref>
-* Discuss an algorithm to solve a specific problem.
+* Define algorithm
-* Analyse an algorithm presented as a flow chart.
-* Analyse an algorithm presented as pseudocode.
-* Construct pseudocode to represent an algorithm.
-* Suggest suitable algorithms to solve a specific problem.
-* Deduce the efficiency of an algorithm in the context of its use.
-* Determine the number of times a step in an algorithm will be performed for given input data
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