Selection Statements- If then or If then else & Intro to algorithm

Question 1

Which keyword is commonly used for a simple if statement in many programming languages?

Accepted Answer

if

Question 2

Which of the following is a key characteristic of a good algorithm?

Accepted Answer

Simplicity

Question 3

What is the purpose of a selection statement in an algorithm?

Accepted Answer

To make decisions based on conditions

Question 4

The word " End " is used to depict where the if statements stop.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 5

What does "finite steps" mean in the context of algorithms?

Accepted Answer

The algorithm has a limited number of steps

Question 6

Why is "ambiguity" considered undesirable in algorithms?

Accepted Answer

It may lead to different interpretations and errors

Question 7

Select the option that does not correspond with the parameters of a condition.

Accepted Answer

A newly derived variable

Question 8

Which characteristic ensures that an algorithm produces the correct output for all valid inputs?

Accepted Answer

Correctness

Question 9

What is the purpose of a selection statement in algorithms?

Accepted Answer

To make decisions based on conditions

Question 10

What is an algorithm?

Accepted Answer

A step-by-step procedure for solving a problem

Question 11

What distinguishes an algorithm from a random set of instructions?

Accepted Answer

Clarity

Question 12

Example of Relational Operators are

Accepted Answer

All of the above

Question 13

True or false. The symbol "<>" means 'not equal to' or 'terminated by'.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 14

What role does "input" play in the definition of an algorithm?

Accepted Answer

It represents the data provided to the algorithm

Question 15

In an if-else statement, what is the purpose of the "else" block?

Accepted Answer

It is executed if the condition in the "if" block is false

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