Question

in measure the internal product attribute we use the flowgraph measurement (structure)

the purpose of drawing the flowgraph is to identify the structure of the algorithm

i need a justification of this statement (identify the structure of the algorithm)

Answer 1

A flowchart is the graphical or pictorial representation of an algorithm with the help of different symbols, shapes and arrows in order to demonstrate a process or a program. With algorithms, we can easily understand a program. The main purpose of a flowchart is to analyze different processes. Several standard graphics are applied in a flowchart:

There are some basic shapes and boxes included in flowcharts that are used in the structure of explaining steps of algorithms. Knowing how to use them while drawing flowcharts is crucial. Here are some rules that should be known:

1. All boxes of flowcharts are connected with arrows to show the logical connection between them,
2. Flowcharts will flow from top to bottom,
3. All flowcharts start with a Start Box and end with a Terminal Box,

Example: Calculate the Interest of a Bank Deposit

Algorithm:

• Step 1: Read amount,
• Step 2: Read years,
• Step 3: Read rate,
• Step 4: Calculate the interest with formula "Interest=Amount*Years*Rate/100
• Step 5: Print interest,

Flowchart:

Start Input Amount Input Years Compute Interest- Amount Years Rate/100 Output Interest End
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