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Across

1. The process of dividing a complex problem or system into smaller, more manageable subproblems or components.

2. Solving a problem by breaking it down into smaller subproblems and solving them independently.

3. The process of finding a particular item in a collection of data.

4. An algorithm which puts elements in a list or array in a specific order.

5. A measure of how well an algorithm solves a problem, often in terms of time and computational resources required.

6. The arrangement of elements or components into a structure that mirrors their relative significance or connections.

7. An unambiguous step by step set of instructions to solve a problem.

8. Breaking a system into smaller, loosely-coupled components that can be independently developed and maintained.

9. Dividing a program into separate modules or parts, each of which is responsible for a specific piece of functionality.

10. The ability to identify similarities or commonalities among different problems or situations.

11. The process of arranging data in a particular order.

Down

12. The distribution of power, authority, and decision-making to lower-level entities or individuals.

13. A flowchart symbol used to indicate the start or end of an algorithm.

14. Instructions written in a programming language that are capable of being executed by a computer.

15. An algorithm which searches for a specific element in a list or array.

16. A series of actions or steps taken in order to achieve a particular end.

17. A symbol used in a flowchart to indicate an input or data entry point in an algorithm.

18. The process of using rational thinking and deduction to arrive at conclusions or make decisions.

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