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Topic 1: Computational Thinking - Summary

Quiz by Adam Masters

Key stage 3
Computing
English National Curriculum

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  • Q1
    What is Computational Thinking?
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    A method used to teach programming languages.
    Using computers to complete tasks.
    An equation used to solve mathematical problems.
    A problem-solving method or set of techniques to solve problems
    30s
  • Q2
    What is an algorithm?
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    A type of computer hardware.
    A computer program.
    A step-by-step instruction to solve a problem or task.
    A mathematical equation.
    30s
  • Q3
    What is the purpose of decomposition in computational thinking?
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    To break down complex problems or tasks into smaller, more manageable parts.
    To optimize the performance of a program.
    To combine multiple programs into one.
    To create visually appealing user interfaces.
    30s
  • Q4
    Why do we need to think computationally?
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    To play video games.
    To solve complex problems efficiently.
    To improve physical fitness.
    To write better essays.
    30s
  • Q5
    Which of the following is an example of an algorithm?
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    A step-by-step recipe for baking a cake
    A song lyrics
    A science experiment
    A piece of artwork
    30s
  • Q6
    Which of the following is an example of thinking computationally?
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    Solving a math problem
    Drawing a picture
    Designing an algorithm for sorting a list of numbers
    Writing a story
    30s
  • Q7
    Which computational thinking technique involves unnecessary details to focus on the important part of a problem?
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    Decomposition
    Pattern Recognition
    Algorithm
    Abstraction
    30s
  • Q8
    Which computational thinking technique involves identifying similarities and patterns in data or problems?
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    Pattern Recognition
    Decomposition
    Algorithm
    Abstraction
    30s
  • Q9
    Look at the algorithm below. What value would be output?a = 10b = 20c = 400d = a+bOUTPUT d
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    400
    10
    20
    30
    30s
  • Q10
    Which of the following is NOT a component of computational thinking?
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    Decomposition
    Coding
    Algorithmic thinking
    Abstraction
    30s
  • Q11
    What is a common problem-solving skill used in computer programming?
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    Singing
    Debugging
    Dancing
    Painting
    30s
  • Q12
    What is the purpose of problem-solving skills in computing?
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    To copy code from others
    To memorize information
    To break the computer
    To overcome obstacles and find solutions
    30s

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