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Example of algorithm:
The algorithm is unceremoniously defined as the set of statement or steps being performed to achieve a desired result. Figure 5.1 states: “An algorithm is an ordered set of unambiguous, executable steps that defines a terminating process”.
Take the example of the process for making tea.
- Pour water in vessel.
- Add tea leaves in the vessel.
- Put the vessel to boil.
The above set of statements conform an informal statement that describes the steps to complete a particular task. But these statements have no relation or don’t conform to the formal definition of the algorithm. The above statements are not conforming because there is ambiguity in each step, which means there is no perfect ending point for the particular set of statements.
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