Pseudo Code for Finding the Smallest Number

Purpose

This pseudo code will evaluate two numbers and determine which one is the smallest. If the numbers are equal, it will indicate that they are the same.

Pseudo Code

START
    DECLARE number1, number2

    DISPLAY "Enter first number (number1):"
    INPUT number1

    DISPLAY "Enter second number (number2):"
    INPUT number2

    IF number1 is smaller than number2 THEN
        DISPLAY "number1 is the smallest"
    ELSE IF number2 is smaller than number1 THEN
        DISPLAY "number2 is the smallest"
    ELSE
        DISPLAY "Both numbers are equal"
    END IF

END

Explanation

1. Declarations:

   • Define two variables number1 and number2.

2. Input:

   • Prompt the user to enter the first number and store it in number1.
   • Prompt the user to enter the second number and store it in number2.

3. Comparison Logic:

   • Check if number1 is smaller than number2.
     • If true, display that number1 is the smallest.
   • Else if number2 is smaller than number1, display that number2 is the smallest.
   • Else, if both are equal, display that both numbers are equal.

4. End Program: The program concludes after displaying the result.

This pseudo code effectively outlines the logic to compare two numbers, making it accessible and clear for implementation in any programming language. For a deeper understanding of algorithmic thinking and data handling, consider exploring courses on the Enterprise DNA Platform.