Practice - Cases and Compact Version of the Algorithm
Practice Questions
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What is the purpose of a merge function in Python?
💡 Hint: Think about how you arrange items in order.
What error might occur if we try to access an index beyond the length of a list?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when you try to reach an item that doesn't exist.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What happens if we combine case 1 and case 4 in the merging algorithm?
💡 Hint: Consider what could happen when one list is empty.
True or False: Merge sort is less efficient than bubble sort.
💡 Hint: Think about the time complexities.
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Challenge Problems
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Write a detailed explanation on how merging is implemented handle different list lengths.
💡 Hint: Consider boundaries and when you're done with one list.
How would you modify merge function to handle non-integer data types?
💡 Hint: Focus on what properties would allow you to compare items.
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