A(n) ____ is a well-ordered collection of unambiguous and effectively computable operations that, when executed, produces a result and halts in a finite amount of time.
A) sequence
B) computing agent
C) mechanical calculator
D) algorithm

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An algorithm is a precisely defined procedure for performing a computational task. It must terminate in a finite amount of time and carry out a sequence of unambiguous instructions. Choice A, sequence, is too general and does not include the requirement for effectively computable operations. Choice B, computing agent, and choice C, mechanical calculator, are too specific and do not include the requirement for a well-ordered collection of steps.

A(n) ____ Is a Well-Ordered Collection of Unambiguous and Effectively