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Hunter-Best [27]
3 years ago
10

What is the word for a sequence of steps used to define and solve a problem

Biology
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DENIUS [597]3 years ago
7 0

Answer:

Algorithm

Explanation:

Algorithm is the process that requires steps. Say for instance you are walking to school, and you don't want to step on a crack. You simply will step over one, and keep on going till you reach school. That's an algorithm.

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