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you are writing an algorithm that will subtract a smaller number from a larger one. what should be the first step in your algorithm?

a. subtract the smallest number from the largest number.

b. find the numbers that are to be used in the math problem.

c. show the difference between the two numbers.

d. place the numbers in order from largest to smallest.

Explanation:

To create an algorithm for subtracting a smaller number from a larger one, the first step must involve identifying the numbers involved. Option A is the subtraction step, which comes after identifying the numbers. Option C is showing the result, which is the final step. Option D is ordering the numbers, but before ordering, we need to know which numbers we are working with. So the first step is to find the numbers to be used.

Answer:

B. Find the numbers that are to be used in the math problem.