Exam 1: An Introduction to Computer Science

Computer science is the study and use of computers and computer programs.

Euclid's algorithm finds prime numbers between any two given numbers.

Automation of mental tasks was part of a movement known as the ____ revolution.

FORTRAN and COBOL, the first high-level ("natural") programming languages, appeared during the ____ generation of computing.

Mechanical devices for performing complex calculations existed prior to the 20th century.

The statement: "If the mixture is too dry, then add one-half cup of water to the bowl" is an example of a conditional operation.

Wireless data communications are a fifth-generation innovation in computing.

All problems have algorithmic solutions, but some of the solutions are impractical.

In 1614, John Napier invented ____ as a way to simplify difficult mathematical computations.

The operation "Replace i with i - 1" is a(n) ____ operation.