Order of Steps in Problem Solving (OCR A-Level Computer Science): Flashcards
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Problem-solving steps definition
Problem-solving steps definition
Sequence of actions to achieve a goal or solve a problem
Purpose of ordered steps
Purpose of ordered steps
Ensures logical order, avoids errors and inefficiencies
5 common problem-solving steps
5 common problem-solving steps
Understand, Break Down, Plan, Implement, Test
Pseudocode definition
Pseudocode definition
High-level, language-agnostic description of algorithm
Flowchart definition
Flowchart definition
Visual representation of steps in an algorithm
Flowchart oval symbol represents
Flowchart oval symbol represents
Start/End
Flowchart diamond symbol represents
Flowchart diamond symbol represents
Decision point
Flowchart rectangle symbol represents
Flowchart rectangle symbol represents
Process/Task
3 types of control structures
3 types of control structures
Sequential, Conditional, Loops
Logical sequence for ordering steps
Logical sequence for ordering steps
Inputs → Process → Decisions → Outputs → End
Consequence of incorrect step order
Consequence of incorrect step order
Logical errors
Consequence of skipping steps
Consequence of skipping steps
Program failure