Comp Chap 6

The pictorial representation of a program or alogrithm is called a .....

Verified Answer
A. chart
B. salve chart
C. flow chart
D. mix chart
E. none of these

Explanation:

The standard and most accurate term for a pictorial representation of a program or algorithm is a flowchart. **Flow chart (c)** is a diagram that illustrates the sequence of operations, decisions, and processes involved in an algorithm or a program. It uses standardized symbols to represent different types of actions or steps and arrows to show the flow of control. **Chart (a)** is a general term for a graphical representation, but it is not specific enough to describe the detailed logic of a program. **salve chart (b)** appears to be a misspelling or an unrecognized term in computer science. **mix chart (d)** is also not a standard or recognized term for this purpose. Since 'flow chart' precisely describes the pictorial representation of an algorithm's logic, option (e) is incorrect.