Theory of Computation (Automata)
Identify the correct definition of Turing machine.
- A. A visual representation showing how an automaton moves between states based on input symbols.
- B. A classification of formal grammars into four types based on their generative power.
- C. An abstract computational model that manipulates symbols on an infinite tape according to a set of rules. ✓
- D. An automaton that uses a stack to recognize context-free languages.
Correct answer
C. An abstract computational model that manipulates symbols on an infinite tape according to a set of rules.
Explanation
Turing machine refers to an abstract computational model that manipulates symbols on an infinite tape according to a set of rules.