Practice - Understanding Efficiency of Algorithms
Practice Questions
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Define efficiency in the context of algorithms.
💡 Hint: Think about what it means for an algorithm to perform well.
What does Big O notation represent?
💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between input size and performance.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does Big O notation help us to understand?
💡 Hint: Think about what information it provides regarding algorithm efficiency.
True or False: Polynomial time algorithms are considered inefficient.
💡 Hint: Remember the definitions of efficiency and time complexity.
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Challenge Problems
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Given an algorithm that runs in O(n^2), how would this perform compared to an O(n log n) algorithm when n is very large? Analyze the differences in their running times.
💡 Hint: Compare the growth rates. Which grows faster?
Describe a real-world scenario where choosing O(n) over O(n^2) makes a significant impact on performance. Provide details.
💡 Hint: Think about how a quick search can improve user experience especially in large systems.
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