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 Flowchart
• A graphical representation of the solution in computing a problem in a
logical and step by step process.
• Consists of geometrical symbols that are interconnected to provide a
pictorial representation of data processing.

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 Flowcharting Symbols

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 Terminal Symbol
• Used to designate the beginning and end of a program.

Begin

End

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 Input Symbol
• Represents an instruction to an input device

num1

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 Processing Symbol
• Used to represent a group of program instructions that perform a
processing function or activity such as mathematical operations or
logical comparisons.

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 Output Symbol
• Represents an instruction to an output device

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 Decision Symbol
• Denotes a point in the program where more than one path can be taken
or used to designate a decision making process.

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 Flow Lines and Arrowheads
• Used to show reading order or sequence in which flowchart symbols
are to be lead.
• Show the direction of processing of data flows.

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 On-Page Connector
• Non-processing symbol
• Used to connect one part of the flowchart to another without drawing
flow lines.

A Denotes an Denotes an
entry A exit

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 Off-Page Connector
• Designate an exit or entry to page when a flowchart requires more
than one page.

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 Preparation Symbol
• Commonly used for initialization of counters or defining constants.

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 Predetermined Symbol
• Used as a subroutine symbol
• Inner procedure needs to be repeated several times.

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