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Question 1

Which of the following is not one of the 4 criteria listed in the reading for instructions to be considered an algorithm?(1 point)
Responses

It must have defined inputs or outputs.
It must have defined inputs or outputs.

It must be unambiguous and precise.
It must be unambiguous and precise.

It must keep going forever.
It must keep going forever.

It must always produce the correct results.
It must always produce the correct results.
Question 2
Which of the following best explains why algorithms have more flexibility and freedom to be customized?(1 point)
Responses

Some algorithms are more generic than others, which means the programmers need to full understand the context and purpose of the algorithm before translating it into code.
Some algorithms are more generic than others, which means the programmers need to full understand the context and purpose of the algorithm before translating it into code.

Lies! Algorithms aren't flexible or allow for freedom. They are strict and regimented.
Lies! Algorithms aren't flexible or allow for freedom. They are strict and regimented.

Algorithms do not always directly translate into code line-by-line.
Algorithms do not always directly translate into code line-by-line.

Algorithms are not language specific and can therefore be tailored to various languages and programs.
Algorithms are not language specific and can therefore be tailored to various languages and programs.
Question 3
Why do algorithms need to be efficient?(1 point)
Responses

So they do not slow down performance of software.
So they do not slow down performance of software.

To be more analytical.
To be more analytical.

You really don't need to worry about efficiency with today's hardware acceleration.
You really don't need to worry about efficiency with today's hardware acceleration.

To be more empirical.
To be more empirical.

1 answer

Here are the answers to your questions:

Question 1: Which of the following is not one of the 4 criteria listed in the reading for instructions to be considered an algorithm?

  • Answer: It must keep going forever.

Question 2: Which of the following best explains why algorithms have more flexibility and freedom to be customized?

  • Answer: Algorithms do not always directly translate into code line-by-line.

Question 3: Why do algorithms need to be efficient?

  • Answer: So they do not slow down performance of software.

If you have any more questions or need further clarification, feel free to ask!