Question

Many computer programs contain ____ that detail the specific instructions a computer should perform (in a specific order) to carry out a specified task, such as calculating employees' paychecks or printing students' report cards.

Answer 1

Answer:

Algorithms.

Explanation:

Computer system is an electronic machine that receives input data, processes or executes these data and outputs the results. It comprises of two parts, the hardware and software components.

The computer receives data created by a process and inputted by individuals. The software components are the operating system and the application softwares running in the operating system. The application software follows a well defined stages of task to execute a task. This is called algorithm.

The application uses the algorithm to execute the task on the input data to give the required result.