JAMB Computer Studies · Section 7

Algorithms and Flowcharts

Section G: Developing Problem-Solving Skills

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Official JAMB Computer Studies outline · Section G: Developing Problem-Solving Skills

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Definitions of algorithms and flowcharts.

Objective

Define an algorithm and a flowchart.

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Functions of algorithms, including calculations, data processing, and automated reasoning.

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State the functions of algorithms.

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Properties of algorithms: specified input, specified output, definiteness, effectiveness, and finiteness.

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State and explain the properties of an algorithm.

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Flowchart symbols: start, input/output, process, decision, stop, loop, and continuation.

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Identify flowchart symbols.

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Drawing flowcharts to represent solutions to programming problems.

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Draw a flowchart for a given programming problem.

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