Practice Update Operation in Dijkstra's Algorithm - 28.2.3 | 28. Module – 03 | Design & Analysis of Algorithms - Vol 1
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Question 1

Easy

What does it mean to 'burn' a vertex in Dijkstra's algorithm?

💡 Hint: Think of it as locking in the shortest distance.

Question 2

Easy

What is a negative edge weight?

💡 Hint: It's a negative impact on the path length.

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Question 1

What is the purpose of the update operation in Dijkstra's algorithm?

  • To finalize the shortest distance to a vertex
  • To explore new vertices
  • To reset all distances

💡 Hint: Focus on what happens when you burn a vertex.

Question 2

True or False: Dijkstra's algorithm effectively calculates shortest paths for graphs with negative edge weights.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the implications of negative weights.

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Question 1

Design a graph with vertices A, B, C, and D, where A to B is 5, A to C is 2, C to D is -4, and what shortest path does Bellman-Ford compute?

💡 Hint: Think about how the negative edge affects the overall path.

Question 2

Using a weighted directed graph where all edges have positive weights, explain how Dijkstra's algorithm ensures the shortest path is always found.

💡 Hint: Focus on the steps and rules of Dijkstra's process.

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