Practice Algorithm Explanation - 19.4 | 19. Greedy algorithms: Interval scheduling | Design & Analysis of Algorithms - Vol 2
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Algorithm Explanation

19.4 - Algorithm Explanation

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What defines a greedy algorithm?

💡 Hint: Think about what the term 'greedy' refers to!

Question 2 Easy

Provide an example of a greedy algorithm.

💡 Hint: Consider algorithms used for pathfinding.

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Question 1

What is a greedy algorithm?

An algorithm that guarantees the best solution.
An algorithm that always makes the best choice in each step.
An algorithm that never backtracks.

💡 Hint: Reflect on the nature of decision-making.

Question 2

True or False: The earliest finish time strategy is always optimal for interval scheduling.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think of how overlaps may restrict choices.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a greedy algorithm to solve the interval scheduling problem. Explain your steps.

💡 Hint: Structure your answer in a step-by-step format.

Challenge 2 Hard

Provide a counter-example where a greedy choice does not yield the best result.

💡 Hint: Think about cases where overlap affects the outcome.

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