Practice Further Optimizations (2.1.6) - Improving naive gcd - Data Structures and Algorithms in Python
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Question 1 Easy

What is the GCD of 14 and 28?

💡 Hint: List the factors of both numbers.

Question 2 Easy

Define GCD.

💡 Hint: Think about what it means to be a 'factor'.

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Question 1

What does GCD stand for?

💡 Hint: Think about what it means to divide evenly.

Question 2

Is it necessary to find all factors to determine GCD?

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider what information is actually needed.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Given two numbers, design a program to find the GCD without storing all factors. What logic would you apply?

💡 Hint: Focus on efficiency and control your condition checks.

Challenge 2 Hard

If two numbers have no common factors other than 1, how does this affect the GCD calculation approach discussed?

💡 Hint: Maximize your starting point when setting parameters for the loop.

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