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CHAPTER 4
ALGORITHMS AND FLOWCHARTS
[EXERCISE NEW TEXT BOOK]
Input A,B
Is A > B
Stop
A=A+1
Print A
E. Answer the following:
1. What is an algorithm? Write any three characteristics of an
algorithm.
ANS:
The step-by-step procedure to solve any logical and mathematical
problem is called an Algorithm.
a. An algorithm should be written in English like language.
b. It should be written in a simple and precise manner so that
everyone can understand it.
c. An input is required to write an algorithm.
d. Each step should be written in a sequential manner.