Computer Science GCSE
Validation
What Validation means in Computer Science GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definitions of Validation
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An automated check to ensure that data entered into a system is sensible, reasonable, and meets specific criteria before processing.
An automatic computer check to ensure that the data entered is sensible and reasonable.
Topics that use Validation
- Input/output (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
- Topic 6: Problem solving with programming (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
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Using Validation in the exam
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