Practice Introduction to Negative Edges - 28.2.1 | 28. Module – 03 | Design & Analysis of Algorithms - Vol 1
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Question 1

Easy

What is a shortest path in graph theory?

💡 Hint: Think of it as the quickest route.

Question 2

Easy

What happens if a graph contains negative cycles?

💡 Hint: Consider how looping through a negative edge affects path weight.

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Question 1

What is the main issue with Dijkstra's algorithm when dealing with negative edge weights?

  • It cannot handle negative weights
  • It assumes vertices have fixed shortest paths
  • It is inefficient

💡 Hint: Think about the assumptions made when paths are completed.

Question 2

True or False: All prefixes of a shortest path must also be the shortest path.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Reflect on the characteristics of minimizing distance.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Create a graph demonstrating the calculations of distances using the Bellman-Ford algorithm, detailing each iteration and resulting distances.

💡 Hint: Focus on changes after each complete pass through the edges.

Question 2

Design a scenario where a negative cycle forces a path to have undefined shortest lengths, and explain the implications.

💡 Hint: Consider how completing a circle with negative weights behaves over time.

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