What is Computational Thinking?
The term that means thinking through a problem and solution the way a computer does.
What is the term computer scientists use if there is a mistake or problem in the computer program?
Bug
How many arrows should stem from a task block?
1
Which of the five parts of computational thinking focuses on the main idea?
Abstraction
Which kind of programming loop repeats until a certain condition is met?
While Loop
10
What is algorithm?
Planning how to make slime and creating a list of steps to follow is an example of this computational thinking component.
If it is raining, I will bring an umbrella.
If it is above 70 degrees, I will wear shorts. Both of these statements are examples of a ____________.
condition
What does a diamond or rhombus block represent in a flowchart?
A decision
Which component of computational thinking breaks down a complex problem into smaller and more manageable parts?
Decomposition.
What is an example of an algorithm?
Washing your hair:
1. wet hair
2. add shampoo to your hair
3. lather shampoo
4. rinse and repeat as needed
In a flowchart, an arrow represents what?
the flow of data or direction of flow
The component of computational thinking that is demonstrated in this image:
An algorithm
The benefit of having more efficient algorithms.
easier to debug
What is a flowchart?
A visual representation of an algorithm.