Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
The correct order refers to the specific sequence in which elements, instructions, or actions should be arranged or executed to achieve the desired outcome.
Related terms
Sequence: An ordered arrangement of elements based on their position or occurrence.
Syntax: The rules and structure governing how code must be written to be considered valid by the programming language.
Execution: The process of running or carrying out a program, executing each instruction in the order specified.