1.6.8 - Week 8: Miscellaneous Topics
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Practice Questions
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What is an intractable problem?
💡 Hint: Think about problems that can’t be solved in a reasonable time frame.
Define P Problems.
💡 Hint: Consider whether solutions can be derived efficiently.
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What type of problem is characterized by lacking a polynomial time solution?
💡 Hint: Think about problems that we find difficult to solve quickly.
Is it true that all NP-complete problems are NP?
💡 Hint: Consider the definitions of these classes.
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Design an approximation algorithm for a real-world problem, detailing the problem's complexity and the solution approach.
💡 Hint: Think about problems like logistics or route planning and how they can be approximated.
Discuss potential real-life scenarios where heuristics can lead to quick, effective solutions, but might not yield the best answer.
💡 Hint: Consider everyday decisions where time constraints force us to choose good enough over perfect.
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