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Sequence
Term Code pattern
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Definition
Sequence Y11 Programming Fundamentals Term
A control structure where statements run one after another in the order written.
Example: Every program uses sequence; selection and iteration change the order.
Found in: syllabus, course specifications, school notes, past SDD papers.
Sequence Code patterns Code pattern
Steps executed one after another in the order written.
Example
GET a; GET b; total = a + bFound in: syllabus, course specifications, school notes, past SDD papers.
Where you'll use it in the test
Syllabus area: Y11 Programming Fundamentals Code patterns.
Question types it can appear in
- Pseudocode: Use it correctly in the exam pseudocode editor.
- Python: Write or complete it in the online Python tool.
- Drawing: Sequence: flowchart Sequence: Draw or label it in the online drawing tool.
- Multiple choice: Pick the option that matches the definition or example.
- Code reading: Code or algorithm reading: interpret a fragment and state its output or purpose.
Where it has appeared in the paper
The Software Engineering Project (Part A). Part letters follow each paper’s own layout.
Related past questions
- 2025 HSC Q17 (3 marks): Algorithm design The Software Engineering Project (Part A) · 3 marks
How to use it
A model sentence
“A control structure where statements run one after another in the order written.” Then apply it: Every program uses sequence; selection and iteration change the order.
In a short answer, give the definition in your own words first, then tie it to the situation in the question. Do not copy the example above unless it fits the scenario.
Go deeper
- Flashcard: Sequence in Programming Fundamentals (Year 11) · study that set
- Flashcard: Sequence in Code Patterns: Pseudocode, Python, SQL, CSS (Years 11 and 12) · study that set
- Memorise: Software development steps and algorithm design
- Memorise: Python and SQL you must be able to write
- Notes: How data is transferred: packets, IP addresses, DNS (Programming for the Web (Year 12))
- Notes: Structure Chart (Pseudocode, flowcharts and diagram rules)
- Full term page: every question, note and marking comment for Sequence
Check yourself
Explain “Sequence” in one sentence, give an example, and name a question type that could test it.
Reveal the answer
Sequence: A control structure where statements run one after another in the order written.
Example: Every program uses sequence; selection and iteration change the order.
Sequence: Steps executed one after another in the order written.
Example: GET a; GET b; total = a + b
Could be tested as: Pseudocode, Python, Drawing, Multiple choice, Code reading.
Quick multiple choice
In a program, a sequence of statements must be executed at least once. Which control structure will ensure that this occurs?
- Binary selection
- Pre-test repetition
- Post-test repetition
- Multiway selection
Show the answer
C
NESA answer key: C. Old syllabus (SDD): useful as overlap practice only.
Source: NESA 2021 HSC Software Design and Development (OLD SYLLABUS) Section I, answer key from Marking Guidelines. Open it in the multiple-choice bank.