6.2.2 - Understanding Average Case Analysis
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What does 'input size' refer to in algorithm analysis?
💡 Hint: Think about how large the data set is.
Define 'worst case' in relation to algorithms.
💡 Hint: Consider scenarios that would take the most time.
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What does 'average case' in algorithm analysis represent?
💡 Hint: Think about what we usually expect in a typical operation.
True or False: The worst-case performance analysis is always practical and applicable to real-world applications.
💡 Hint: Consider how frequently worst-case scenarios happen.
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Design an algorithm for a small local café inventory check. Discuss how you would analyze both average and worst-case efficiencies.
💡 Hint: Think about the patterns in customer behavior.
Evaluate an online course registration system. Identify potential worst-case scenarios affecting performance and suggest improvements.
💡 Hint: Consider peak times for registrations in a college setting.
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