Information Systems and Computer Applications CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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What is an algorithm?

A programming language
A series of predefined instructions
A type of software program
A logical process

The correct answer is: A series of predefined instructions

An algorithm is a step-by-step process for solving a problem or completing a task. It is not a programming language as it does not have syntax or grammatical rules. It is also not a type of software program as it is a set of instructions that can be used in various programming languages and applications. While it involves logical processes, an algorithm itself is not considered a logical process. Therefore, the most accurate option is B, a series of predefined instructions.