Computer Science for IGCSE & O level - Algorithm Design And Problem Solving (Section 7 - No. 11)
Which of the following are characteristics of a well-defined algorithm?
It must be unambiguous.
It must be finite.
It must produce a unique output.
It must be specific and detailed.
Explication
Algorithms should have clear steps, finish in a finite number of steps, and produce a defined result (even if not unique). They should not be ambiguous.