Which of the Following Is True About Algorithms

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about algorithms?

• A)Algorithms are step-by-step rules for reaching a particular solution.
• B)Algorithms can take in a relatively small amount of information as input.
• C)Algorithms may be inefficient when used by a human brain.
• D)Algorithms have roughly the same efficiency whether used by a human or a computer.

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Definitions:

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