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Year 9 - Maths

Programmer

Maths in the workplace

Unit Summary

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Lesson Summary

You will learn to understand how maths is used by programmers.

Key Notes

  • Algorithms are written so that a series of instructions can be followed
  • In order to write a programme, the method must be understood

Vocabulary To Learn

  • Programmer: A (computer) programmer is a person who writes and tests computer programs.

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • Pupils may struggle with the 'and' statements in the logic part of the lesson.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Solve this in steps: explain the method from this lesson and why each step matters.

Algorithms are written so that a series of instructions can be followed. In order to write a programme, the method must be understood.

2. Use this key word in a maths sentence and explain it clearly. 'Programmer'

A (computer) programmer is a person who writes and tests computer programs. Use this word when showing your method, then check your final answer is reasonable.

3. Spot and fix this common maths mistake.

Mistake: Pupils may struggle with the 'and' statements in the logic part of the lesson. Correction: For the statement to be true, the whole statement must be true. This refers to both clauses that are joined by the word 'and'. If even one of the clauses is not true, then the entire statement can be declared not true (even if one clause is true).

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