CSC 120(A) - Principles of Computer Science I
Prof. Nadeem Abdul Hamid
Fall 2004


Homework 1
Due: Monday, August 30, 2004


1. Is an algorithm the same as a program? In which ways are they similar or different?

2. You are planning a trip. Which problem-solving strategy(ies) would you use and why?

3. You are designing a house. Which problem-solving strategy(ies) would you use and why?

4. You are lost on a hike. Which problem-solving strategy(ies) would you use and why?

5. Programming Problem #2 on page 38 in the textbook. (Algorithm for PBJ sandwich) Keep your vocabulary to 20 words.



Note: Read over the Prelab (pages 5-9) in the lab manual before coming to the lab session on August 26. You do not have to complete the Prelab assignment (page 11) until the actual lab session.