12.1.7 - Comparative Performance of Sorting Algorithms
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What is the first step in the insertion sort algorithm?
💡 Hint: Think about how you would position cards when sorting.
In which scenarios does insertion sort perform best?
💡 Hint: Consider how sorting affects the number of comparisons made.
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What is the average time complexity of insertion sort?
💡 Hint: Recall the lessons on sorting complexities we've covered.
True or False: Insertion sort can perform faster than selection sort when data is nearly sorted.
💡 Hint: Think about how many moves an already sorted array would require.
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Given the array [12, 11, 13, 5, 6], describe the steps taken by insertion sort.
💡 Hint: Visualize how each number navigates through the sorted section.
How will insertion sort behave if the array is initially sorted? Explain your reasoning.
💡 Hint: Consider how many comparisons or movements would occur in the best-case scenario.
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