Unit 6

Question 1

What are the benefits of using abstraction to write a program?

Answer 1

• Allows programmers to focus on the core aspects of the program
• Reduces programming time
• Reduces complexity of code
• Simplifies the problem so it is easier to solve (like pattern recognition)
• Reduces the amount of memory required

Question 3

What are the definitions for abstraction and decomposition?

Answer 3

• Abstraction involves removing unnecessary information to focus on the core components
• Decomposition involves breaking down a problem into smaller subproblems