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Development of Algorithm

An algorithm is a finite set of instructions designed to solve a problem or perform a computation, requiring clear input and producing output. Good algorithms are well-defined, finite, correct, efficient, and have specified inputs and outputs. The document outlines steps to develop an algorithm, including understanding the problem, planning logic, writing the algorithm, converting it to pseudocode or flowchart, and testing with sample inputs.

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Development of Algorithm

An algorithm is a finite set of instructions designed to solve a problem or perform a computation, requiring clear input and producing output. Good algorithms are well-defined, finite, correct, efficient, and have specified inputs and outputs. The document outlines steps to develop an algorithm, including understanding the problem, planning logic, writing the algorithm, converting it to pseudocode or flowchart, and testing with sample inputs.

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Definition of an Algorithm

An algorithm is a finite set of well-defined instructions that solve a problem or perform a computation.
It takes some input, processes it step by step, and produces an output.

Characteristics of a Good Algorithm

1. Well-Defined – Each step must be clear and unambiguous.


2. Finite – It should have a limited number of steps.
3. Correctness – It should produce the correct output for valid inputs.
4. Efficiency – It should complete in the least amount of time and space.
5. Input & Output – It should have zero or more inputs and at least one output.

How to Develop an Algorithm

Step-by-Step Approach

1. Understand the Problem


a. Clearly define the problem statement.
b. Identify the required input and desired output.
2. Plan the Logic
a. Break the problem into small steps.
b. Consider various ways to solve it efficiently.
3. Write the Algorithm in Simple Steps
a. Use a structured, logical sequence of instructions.
4. Convert into Pseudocode or Flowchart
a. Represent the steps in a structured format.
5. Test with Sample Inputs
a. Verify if it gives the correct output.
b. Optimize if necessary.

Simple Example: Finding the Sum of Two Numbers

Problem Statement:

Develop an algorithm to compute the sum of two numbers.


Algorithm

1. Start
2. Input two numbers: A and B
3. Compute the sum: Sum = A + B
4. Output Sum
5. End

Pseudocode

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Algorithm SumTwoNumbers
1. Start
2. Read A, B
3. Sum = A + B
4. Print Sum
5. End

Flowchart

A flowchart can visually represent this logic using:

• Start/End (Oval)
• Input/Output (Parallelogram)
• Process (Rectangle)
• Decision (Diamond) (if applicable)

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