Practice Implementation using while loop - 2.1.7 | 2. Improving naive gcd | Data Structures and Algorithms in Python
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does GCD stand for?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about what this term signifies.

Question 2

Easy

What is a while loop used for in programming?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider loops that continue under certain conditions.

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Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a while loop in Python?

  • To execute code a fixed number of times.
  • To execute code while a condition is true.
  • To create decision branches.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about loops that need to repeat until a certain condition changes.

Question 2

True or False: The GCD of any two numbers is always greater than zero.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider what the definition of GCD implies.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Create a Python script that uses a while loop to determine the GCD of three numbers. Explain the logic behind your code.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how to extend the GCD concept beyond just two numbers.

Question 2

Modify the existing GCD function to return the number of iterations taken to find the GCD. How would you track this?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how you can count while you also find GCD.

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