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Virginia SOL CM.EP.3

Virginia SOL CM.EP.3 is part of the Evaluation of Programming strand in Computer Mathematics (Math). Under this Standards of Learning objective, students compare and contrast the efficiency of computer programs. Below is what CM.EP.3 covers in plain language, the specific skills it is assessed on, the key concepts to review, and how to practice CM.EP.3 for the Virginia SOL test.

Practice CM.EP.3All Computer Mathematics standards

What SOL CM.EP.3 means

Compare and contrast the efficiency of computer programs.

Skills you’ll practice for CM.EP.3

  • Compare and contrast the efficiency of computer programs in terms of complexity of algorithms with the same intended outcomes.
  • Compare and contrast the efficiency of computer programs in terms of memory space used.
  • Compare and contrast the efficiency of computer programs in terms of run time.

Key concepts covered by CM.EP.3

  • algorithm complexity
  • efficiency comparison
  • program efficiency
  • memory usage
  • run time

How to study and practice SOL CM.EP.3

Start with a quick diagnostic to see whether CM.EP.3 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 Evaluation of Programming

  • CM.EP.1 — Test a program to match a sample output using a set of data.
  • CM.EP.2 — Identify errors and debug a program using various techniques.

Frequently asked questions about SOL CM.EP.3

What is Virginia SOL CM.EP.3?

SOL CM.EP.3 is a Computer Mathematics Standard of Learning in the Evaluation of Programming strand. It expects students to compare and contrast the efficiency of computer programs.

What skills does SOL CM.EP.3 cover?

SOL CM.EP.3 is assessed on 3 skills: compare and contrast the efficiency of computer programs in terms of complexity of algorithms with the same intended outcomes; compare and contrast the efficiency of computer programs in terms of memory space used; compare and contrast the efficiency of computer programs in terms of run time.

What strand of Computer Mathematics is SOL CM.EP.3 in?

SOL CM.EP.3 belongs to the Evaluation of Programming reporting strand of the Computer Mathematics Virginia Standards of Learning.

How do I study and practice for SOL CM.EP.3?

Start with a diagnostic to see whether CM.EP.3 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.