The Logic of Machines · Algorithms & Programming

Logic and Flow Control

Using branching and iteration to control the flow of a program based on specific conditions.

Key Questions

  1. 1When is a loop more efficient than repeating lines of code?
  2. 2How do nested conditions affect the complexity of an algorithm?
  3. 3What are the trade-offs of this approach compared to others?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9TDI8P03
Year: Year 8
Subject: Technologies
Unit: The Logic of Machines
Period: Algorithms & Programming

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