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Design Methods Algorithm Flowchart Pseudocode

The document outlines three design methods: algorithms, flowcharts, and pseudocode. An algorithm is a step-by-step procedure for solving problems, while a flowchart visually represents processes using symbols. Pseudocode combines plain English with programming structure to prepare for coding, and a comparison table highlights the purpose and best use for each method.

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Design Methods Algorithm Flowchart Pseudocode

The document outlines three design methods: algorithms, flowcharts, and pseudocode. An algorithm is a step-by-step procedure for solving problems, while a flowchart visually represents processes using symbols. Pseudocode combines plain English with programming structure to prepare for coding, and a comparison table highlights the purpose and best use for each method.

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Design Methods: Algorithm, Flowchart, and Pseudocode

1. Algorithm

Definition:

An algorithm is a step-by-step procedure or set of rules to solve a specific problem.

Example - Algorithm to find the largest of two numbers:

Step 1: Start

Step 2: Input number A and number B

Step 3: If A > B, then print A is larger

Step 4: Else, print B is larger

Step 5: Stop

2. Flowchart

Definition:

A flowchart is a visual diagram that represents the sequence of steps in a process using symbols.

Flowchart Symbols:

- Terminator: Start/End

- Process: Action or instruction

- Decision: Yes/No or True/False condition

- Arrows: Show flow direction

Example - Flowchart for finding the largest of two numbers:

[Start]

[Input A, B]

[A > B ?]
Design Methods: Algorithm, Flowchart, and Pseudocode

/ \

Yes No

/ \

[A is >] [B is >]

\ /

[End]

3. Pseudocode

Definition:

Pseudocode is a way of writing algorithms in plain English mixed with programming structure - not actual code, but easy

to convert into one.

Example - Pseudocode for largest of two numbers:

Start

Input A, B

If A > B then

Display "A is greater"

Else

Display "B is greater"

End

Comparison Table

Design Method | Purpose | Format | Best For

--------------|----------------------|----------------|--------------------------

Algorithm | Logical solution | Written steps | Planning logic clearly

Flowchart | Visualizing process | Diagram | Presenting or teaching logic

Pseudocode | Bridging logic & code| Structured text| Preparing to code

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