Computer Mathematics · Applications of Programming
Virginia SOL CM.AP.5
Virginia SOL CM.AP.5 is part of the Applications of Programming strand in Computer Mathematics (Math). Under this Standards of Learning objective, students trace existing code to interpret the intended purpose. Below is what CM.AP.5 covers in plain language, the specific skills it is assessed on, the key concepts to review, and how to practice CM.AP.5 for the Virginia SOL test.
What SOL CM.AP.5 means
Trace existing code to interpret the intended purpose.
Skills you’ll practice for CM.AP.5
- Trace existing code of an algorithm to identify values at each stage of an algorithm.
- Trace existing code of an algorithm to predict return values of functions given specific arguments.
- Use tracing to describe the intended purpose of existing code for an algorithm.
Key concepts covered by CM.AP.5
- code tracing
- algorithm values
- step-by-step tracing
- return value prediction
- function tracing
- algorithm tracing
- purpose interpretation
- algorithm purpose
How to study and practice SOL CM.AP.5
Start with a quick diagnostic to see whether CM.AP.5 is already solid, then work each skill above with guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions. For official released items, see our Virginia SOL practice tests guide and how to study for the SOL test.
Related Computer Mathematics standards in Applications of Programming
- CM.AP.1 — Write and implement programs using sequencing, selection, and iteration to perform tasks or solve problems.
- CM.AP.2 — Create documentation using written comments to annotate the intended purpose of program components.
- CM.AP.3 — Verify how programs access and process variables.
- CM.AP.4 — Translate a mathematical expression or statement into computer code.
Frequently asked questions about SOL CM.AP.5
What is Virginia SOL CM.AP.5?
SOL CM.AP.5 is a Computer Mathematics Standard of Learning in the Applications of Programming strand. It expects students to trace existing code to interpret the intended purpose.
What skills does SOL CM.AP.5 cover?
SOL CM.AP.5 is assessed on 3 skills: trace existing code of an algorithm to identify values at each stage of an algorithm; trace existing code of an algorithm to predict return values of functions given specific arguments; use tracing to describe the intended purpose of existing code for an algorithm.
What strand of Computer Mathematics is SOL CM.AP.5 in?
SOL CM.AP.5 belongs to the Applications of Programming reporting strand of the Computer Mathematics Virginia Standards of Learning.
How do I study and practice for SOL CM.AP.5?
Start with a diagnostic to see whether CM.AP.5 is already solid, then work the 3 skills above with guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions. For official released items, see the Virginia SOL practice tests guide.