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Intro to Computing - How Software Works

Examine this sequence:

Flowchart: Start -> Software sends instructions -> Hardware performs task -> End

What key concept about software's role does this sequence demonstrate?

AHardware independently decides which tasks to perform without software

BSoftware directs hardware by sending instructions to perform specific tasks

CSoftware and hardware perform tasks simultaneously without communication

DHardware sends instructions to software to start tasks

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Interpret flowchart
The flowchart shows software sending instructions followed by hardware performing tasks.
Step 2: Identify correct concept
This means software controls hardware by providing instructions.
Final Answer:
Software directs hardware by sending instructions to perform specific tasks -> Option B
Quick Check:
Software controls hardware actions [OK]

Quick Trick: Software instructs, hardware executes [OK]

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