Problem Solving with C++ (9th Edition)
Problem Solving with C++ (9th Edition)
9th Edition
ISBN: 9780133591743
Author: Walter Savitch
Publisher: PEARSON
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Algorithm:

  • A sequence of precise instructions that leads to a solution is termed as algorithm.
  • If a solution for a particular problem is found, then it is to be interpreted into particular programming language.
  • These instructions could be expressed in a programming or human language.
  • A computer program denotes an algorithm expressed in a language that computer could recognize.
  • In an algorithm, instructions are expressed in English language whereas in program it is expressed in a programming language.
  • It denotes a step by step method for solving a problem.
  • It is been used for data processing, computation and other related computer as well as mathematical operations.

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