Debugging with Trace Tables
Students will apply trace tables to identify and correct logical errors (bugs) in given algorithms, focusing on common pitfalls.
Key Questions
- Analyze how a specific error in an algorithm manifests in a trace table.
- Justify the steps taken to correct a logical error identified through tracing.
- Differentiate between syntax errors and logical errors using trace table analysis.
MOE Syllabus Outcomes
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