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UNDERSTANDING PROGRAMS

A computer understands step-by-step instructions written only in a computer language, called
as program. The computer reads the program we write and follows our instructions.

Let's write a program to make a square.

Move 2 steps right.

Move 2 steps up.

Move 2 steps left.

Move 2 steps down.

Start

Similarly, we can write a program to make a rectangle.

Move 2 steps right.

Move 1 step up.
Move 2 steps left.

Move 1 step down. Start

Timeline

The process of completing one step and going onto the other is known as stepwise thinking.

Decision making is a process of arriving at a conclusion by making a choice.

The act of repeating an action again and again is called looping.

A program is a step-by-step instructions for a computer to perform a task.

A. Choose the correct option.

1. What is the process of completing one step and going onto the other known as?

a. Stepwise thinking b. Problem solving

c. Looping d. Packing

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