27.2 - Dijkstra’s Algorithm for Single Source Shortest Path Problem
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What does Dijkstra's algorithm calculate?
💡 Hint: Think about path lengths in a graph.
What is the initial distance set for the source vertex?
💡 Hint: It's the starting point for distance calculations.
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What is the time complexity of Dijkstra's algorithm using an adjacency list?
💡 Hint: Think about how many operations are involved in finding the minimum.
True or False: Dijkstra's algorithm works for graphs with negative edge weights.
💡 Hint: Consider the implications of negative costs on path calculations.
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Consider the following graph represented as an adjacency matrix. Calculate the shortest path from vertex A to all other vertices. Ensure to handle the vertices in a range of distances correctly.
💡 Hint: Apply the algorithm step-by-step and confirm the distances.
If you found a negative cycle in a graph, how would it impact your approach? Can Dijkstra's algorithm be adjusted to handle it?
💡 Hint: Think about the principles behind Dijkstra's greedy strategy.
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