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Computer Programming - Chapter 4 - Vocabulary

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AlgorithmA set of steps that outline how to solve a problem.
Compound Boolean ExpressionMore than one Boolean expression determines whether the condition is True or False.
CounterA variable used to store a value that is updated by a contant value.
Decision StructureA statement that uses a condition to determine which set of statements to execute.
LifetimeThe duration in which a declared variable exists in memory.
Logical OperatorsOperators (And, Or and Not) that may be used to form a Boolean expression.
Message BoxA predefined dialog box that displays a message for the user.
Nested StatementOne or more statements within a statement.
PseudocodeAn algorithm written in both English and program code.
PseudorandomNot truly randon, but like random.
Rational OperatorsOperators that can be used to form a Boolean expression.
Static VariableA variable with a local scope but a lifetime duration of the program.
Truth TableShows the possible outcomes of compound Boolean expressions.
UpdateTo increment a counter variable.


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North High School
Wichita, KS

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