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Rules for Writing a Good Algorithm

                  Some of the basic points that we can follow for writing a good algorithm are as follows:
                      It begins with a keyword “Start”.
                      It is written using simple English-like statements.

                      It is not case sensitive i.e. it can be written in uppercase, lowercase or mixed case.
                      The steps should be simple and easy to understand.

                      The steps should be in the correct order so that the task can be completed properly.
                      It must terminate after a finite number of steps.
                      It ends with a keyword “Stop”
                  Why Should We Use an Algorithm?

                  Using an algorithm can help make tasks  easier and more organised.  Some  reasons to use

                  algorithms are as follows:
                      It helps you deal with the problem in a simple way.
                      It helps you find the quickest way to finish a task, like solving a maths problem or organising
                     your study materials.
                      It gives clear steps to follow, you are less likely to make mistakes.

                      It shows you the right way to do something so you can be more accurate.
                      It is a prerequisite for writing a computer program.
                      It simplifies the work of generating a program for the computer.

                  Problem 1: Writing an algorithm to calculate the area of a rectangle.
                  Step 1:  Start
                  Step 2:  Input length L.
                  Step 3:  Input width W.

                  Step 4:  Calculate area as: Area = L × W.
                  Step 5:  Print "Area of the rectangle is Area".
                  Step 6:  Stop

                  Problem 2: Convert a temperature in Celsius to Fahrenheit using the formula:
                  F=(C×9/5)+32.
                  Step 1:  Start

                  Step 2:  Input temperature in Celsius C.
                  Step 3:  Calculate Fahrenheit F = (C × 9/5) + 32.
                  Step 4:  Print "Temperature in Fahrenheit is F".
                  Step 5:  Stop

                  Problem 3: Write an algorithm to find the perimeter of a rectangle.
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