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ALGORITHM
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ALGORITHM
(1) A rule or procedure for solving a recurrent
mathematical problem. (2) A complete, unambiguous procedure for
solving a specified problem in a finite number of steps.
(Richard Dorf) (3) Deterministic ALGORITHM: Given the same
input information, will always produce the same output
information, when applied correctly. (John Warfield) (4)
Stochastic ALGORITHM: Given the same information, will not
necessarily produce the same output information, even though
applied correctly. (John Warfield) (5) Any mechanical or
recursive computational procedure (Dictionary).