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What are the three ways algorithms can be represented?

Pseudocode, flowcharts, programming code

What are inputs in an algorithm?

Data items provided to the program

What are processes in an algorithm?

Operations performed on inputs

What does sequence mean in programming?

Following instructions in exact order

What is selection in an algorithm?

Decision-making based on a condition

What is iteration?

Repeating same instructions multiple times

What would 'for i = 1 to 10: output(i)' display?

Numbers from 1 to 10

Which flowchart shape represents a decision or IF statement?

Diamond shape

What is the purpose of a trace table?

Track algorithm step-by-step

Which is an example of a syntax error?

print("Hello World) missing closing quote

Which is an example of a logic error?

Using score > 50 instead of >= 50

What causes a runtime error?

Dividing a number by zero

What does casting mean in programming?

Converting one data type to another

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