Information Systems and Computer Applications CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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What is a computer algorithm?

  1. A type of computer memory

  2. A computer program designed to solve a problem

  3. A type of software

  4. A type of processor

The correct answer is: A computer program designed to solve a problem

A computer algorithm is a step-by-step process designed to solve a specific problem. It is not a type of computer memory, as computer algorithms do not store data. It is also not a type of software, as software refers to a larger collection of programs and algorithms used to operate a computer. Lastly, it is not a type of processor, as a processor is a component within a computer that carries out instructions for operations.