Question

software programming quiz - tia chapter 10
started: nov 20 at 1:28pm
quiz instructions
this quiz will assess your understanding of the assigned reading. quizzes are intended to be formative assessment
assignments that help you understand the material as you are learning. therefore, you can retake quizzes over
technology in action chapters, and only your highest score will be recorded in the grade book.
be aware that you will not be allowed multiple attempts on the unit exam and final exam that each include
questions over this chapter.
question 12
2 pts
the set of specific, sequential steps that describe exactly what a computer program must do
to complete the work is called a(n) ________.
beta code
structure chart
algorithm
working plan
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Explanation:

An algorithm is a set of specific, sequential steps that precisely define what a computer program must do to complete a task. A beta code is related to testing software. A structure chart shows the hierarchical structure of a program. A working plan is a more general term and not specific to the technical, sequential steps in programming like an algorithm.

Answer:

algorithm