Which of the following shapes is used to present a termination point in a flowchart?

The correct answer is D. Oval. An oval (also called a "terminal" or "rounded rectangle") represents the start or end point of a flowchart, making D correct - its distinct rounded shape visually signals where a process begins or terminates. A rectangle (A) is used for process steps or actions, not endpoints. A

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ARectangle
BDiamond
CArrow
DOval

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Explanation

An oval (also called a "terminal" or "rounded rectangle") represents the start or end point of a flowchart, making D correct - its distinct rounded shape visually signals where a process begins or terminates. A rectangle (A) is used for process steps or actions, not endpoints. A diamond (B) represents a decision point with yes/no branching. An arrow (C) is a connector showing flow direction between shapes, not a shape that holds meaning on its own.

Memory tip: Think of an oval as a "smooth" shape with no corners - just like the beginning and end of a process have no sharp decisions or actions, only a clean entry or exit.

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#flowchart symbols#process mapping#termination point#oval symbol

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