Exploring a Problem and Communicating a Solution Answers

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What is the initial step to exploring solutions to a problem?

A
modeling the solution
B
diagramming the solution
C
understanding the problem fully
D
breaking the solution into steps
E
writing the algorithm
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Which are strategies used to work toward solving problems? Choose all that apply.

A
posting the solution
B
diagramming the solution
C
modeling the solution
D
printing the solution
E
breaking the solution into steps
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Which are strategies for communicating solutions that include flowcharts? Choose all that apply.

A
breaking the solution into steps
B
diagramming the solution
C
modeling the solution
D
writing the algorithm
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Which are elements involved in diagramming a solution? Choose all that apply.

A
showing a visual graphic of the solution
B
showing other solutions
C
showing the flow of information through the solution
D
showing decision points
E
showing the path of information to decision points
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breaks the process into tasks and shows the interrelationship between inputs and outputs.:Modeling
results in a graphical representation of the process and includes the flow of information through the process.:Diagramming
results in an algorithm.:Breaking the problem into steps
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Using the drop-down menu, identify the strategies for exploring a solution.✔ ModelingDiagrammingBreaking the problem into steps breaks the process into tasks and shows the interrelationship between inputs and outputs.

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breaks the process into tasks and shows the interrelationship between inputs and outputs.:Modeling
results in a graphical representation of the process and includes the flow of information through the process.:Diagramming
results in an algorithm.:Breaking the problem into steps
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ModelingDiagramming✔ Breaking the problem into steps results in an algorithm.

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Modeling
B
Diagramming
C
✔ Breaking the problem into steps
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Which are characteristics of pseudocode? Select all that apply.

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helps in working out inputs and outputs of the solution
B
used in modeling the solution
C
presents algorithms informally, such as in English
D
presented in the programming language
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Which are characteristics of an effective solution? Choose all that apply.

A
solves the problem in anticipated ways each time
B
results in anticipated results
C
can be communicated with algorithms, models, or diagrams
D
results from a thorough understanding of the problem
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Imagine that a company is having trouble assuring its bills are paid on time. An effective solution will

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calculate all money owed to vendors, track the due date for payments, and issue payments to the five largest vendors to be received on time.
B
calculate the money due to the first half of the alphabet and immediately pay all money due to them in full.
C
calculate all money owed to vendors, track the due date for payments, and issue payments to all vendors to be received on time.
D
calculate the total amount due and immediately pay the largest amounts.
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Which are benefits of modeling a solution? Choose all that apply.

A
allows you to be sure the problem and solution are understood
B
presents the solution in a manner that is easy to share
C
makes the solution more difficult to follow
D
is a starting point for all other activities
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Which are elements involved in modeling a solution? Choose all that apply.

A
often includes a visual graphic
B
shows the flow of information from task to task
C
assigns demands
D
breaks the solution into tasks
E
includes pseudocode
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One part of a development team has completed an algorithm. Why is it important to share it with others on the team? Choose all that apply.

A
If it is easy to understand, no one will dispute what is included in the algorithm.
B
It will give everyone else an opportunity to comment on the process described in the algorithm.
C
It will serve as the starting point for all future activity.
D
It communicates the consecutive instructions of the solution.
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Why are problem-solving strategies important? Choose all that apply.

A
ensures important factors are taken into consideration
B
ensures everyone involved in the solution understands the steps that are being taken
C
makes it possible to find all solutions
D
makes it possible to repeat the process to refine the solution
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Using the flowchart diagram, identify the decision point of this solution.

A
Identify vendors.
B
Calculate amount due.
C
Determine date due.
D
Is there an early pay discount?
E
Print payment early.
F
Print payment on due date.
G
Mail payment.

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