Define the Term "Algorithm

question 58

Essay

Define the term "algorithm." How is desk-checking used to verify algorithms?

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Definitions:

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by unwanted, persistent thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions) that an individual feels driven to perform.

Exposure and Response Prevention

A behavioral therapy technique often used for treating obsessive-compulsive disorder, involving exposure to the source of fear and refraining from the compulsive behavior that typically follows.

Compulsions

Compulsions are repetitive behaviors or mental acts driven by anxiety or stress, often seen in disorders like OCD.

Feared Stimulus

A specific object, situation, or activity that evokes an intense fear response in an individual.