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- 1. Multiple ChoiceBreaking a complex problem down into smaller problems and solving each one individually.DecompositionAbstractionProgrammingAlgorithmic Thinking
- 2. Multiple ChoicePicking out the important bits of information from the problem, ignoring the specific details that don't matter.DecompositionAbstractionProgrammingAlgorithmic Thinking
- 3. Multiple ChoiceA logical way of getting from the problem to the solution. If the steps you take to solve a problem follow an algorithm then they can be reused and adapted to solve similar problems in the future.DecompositionAbstractionProgrammingAlgorithmic Thinking
- 4. Multiple ChoiceMike is posting an online advert on a forum to promote his band's upcoming tour. Abstraction?Other bandsHis ageHis parents namesDate of Tour
- 5. Multiple ChoiceWhich of these is an example of decomposition?Breaking the problem of organising a cake sale into smaller parts, such as who will bake the cakes and when to hold the cake sale.Taking the problem of baking a cake and thinking about how we can make it the best cake possible.Looking at what different kinds of cake can be made.
- 6. Multiple ChoiceWhich of these would not be involved in decomposing a problem?Thinking about how the problem could be divided into smaller partsWorking out who could help you solve a part of the problemAdding more parts to the problem so it becomes more complaex
- 7. Multiple ChoiceWhat is abstraction?The process of filtering out unnecessary detail.The process of filtering out irrelevant characteristicsThe process of filtering out irrelevant characteristics and unnecessary detail.
- 8. Multiple ChoiceTo be able to draw cars, which one of the following characteristics is it necessary to know about?Who owns themWho sells themIf they have wheels
- 9. Multiple ChoiceWhy do we need to think computationally?To help us programTo help us solve complex problems more easilyTo help us to think like a computer
- 10. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is NOT a computational thinking technique?DecompositionAbstractionCoding
- 11. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is an example of thinking computationally?Planning out your route when going to meet a friendWhen going to meet a friend, wandering around until you find themWhen going to meet a friend, asking a parent to plan your route for you
- 12. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is not an example of computational thinking?Planning what to collect and where to exit to complete a video game levelPlanning how to beat your enemies in a video game levelAccidentally completing a video game level
- 13. Multiple ChoiceWhat is a complex problem?A problem that, at first, is not easy to solveA problem that, at first, is not easy to understandA problem that, at first, is not easy to solve or to understand.
- 14. Multiple ChoiceWhen is a computer most likely to be used when using computational thinking?During decompositionAt the end, when programming a computerWhen writing algorithms
- 15. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is not an example of computational thinking?Letting the bossiest friend decide where you should all goConsidering the different options carefully before deciding upon the best oneDiscussing with your friends how much time and money you have before choosing from a short list of places.
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What do we mean by COMPUTATIONAL THINKING?
Understanding a complex problem and developing possible solutions.
Breaking a task into smaller tasks.
Selecting a computer to use.
Focusing on what is important, ignoring what is unnecessary.
- 17. Multiple Choice
Define ABSTRACTION
Breaking a task into smaller tasks.
Drawing a map to show how to reach a destination.
Creating step by step instructions.
Focusing on what is important and ignoring what is unnecessary.
- 18. Multiple Choice
Define DECOMPOSITION
Breaking a task into smaller tasks.
Looking for similarities and trends.
A sequence of instructions.
Focusing on what is important and ignoring what is unnecessary.
- 19. Multiple Choice
Define PATTERN RECOGNITION.
A sequence of instructions.
Looking for similarities and trends.
Breaking a task into smaller tasks.
Focusing on what is important and ignoring what is unnecessary.
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Define ALGORITHM DESIGN
Breaking a task into smaller tasks.
Looking for similarities and trends.
A sequence of instructions.
Deciding what computer to use.
- 21. Multiple ChoiceWhat is computational thinking?It allows you to break down a large / complex problem into smaller parts.It is thinking like a robotIt is being able to bake a cake.It is creating a coding solution to a problem.
- 22. Multiple ChoiceWhat is abstraction?A paintingA programming languageThis means focusing on the important details and ignoring the irrelevant informationAbstraction is the breaking down of a big problem into smaller parts.
- 23. Multiple ChoiceWhat are the three key parts of computational thinking?Programming, flowcharts and pseudo codeAbstraction, decomposition and algorithmInput, processing and outputPatterns, shapes and numbers
- 24. Multiple ChoiceWhat does decomposition mean?focuses on the important information only, ignoring irrelevant detailStep by step instructions on solving a problem.Thinking like a computerThis is the breaking down of a complex problem into smaller parts
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