Practice Non-convex Optimization (2.2.2) - Optimization Methods - Advance Machine Learning
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Non-Convex Optimization

Practice - Non-Convex Optimization

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is a non-convex function?

💡 Hint: Think about the landscapes created by the graphs of these functions.

Question 2 Easy

What is a local minimum?

💡 Hint: Relate it to the concept of peaks and valleys.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is a characteristic of non-convex functions?

They have a single global minimum.
They have multiple local minima and saddle points.
They are always easier to optimize.

💡 Hint: Consider how these functions behave differently from convex functions.

Question 2

True or False: A saddle point is a minimum point.

True
False

💡 Hint: Focus on the definition of saddle points and how they behave.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Propose a strategy for navigating a non-convex optimization landscape while training a neural network.

💡 Hint: Think about methods that help keep the learning process dynamic.

Challenge 2 Hard

Imagine you are training a reinforcement learning agent. Describe how it might encounter non-convex optimization issues.

💡 Hint: Consider scenarios where the agent can make multiple choices but may end up being suboptimal.

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