19.5.2 - Conclusion of Optimality
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What is a greedy algorithm?
💡 Hint: Think about how it approaches decision making.
Name one algorithm that follows a greedy approach.
💡 Hint: Consider what you learned about minimum spanning trees.
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What is one key characteristic of greedy algorithms?
💡 Hint: Consider how they operate step-by-step.
True or False: Prim’s algorithm is used to find the shortest path in graphs.
💡 Hint: Remember the distinction between paths and trees.
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Design an example where the use of a greedy algorithm fails to yield the optimal solution. Describe the algorithm and the scenario.
💡 Hint: Think about job selection in terms of maximizing rewards versus minimizing time.
Using the interval scheduling algorithm, outline the procedure step-by-step for a given set of time intervals. Explain the outcome.
💡 Hint: Keep track of finish times at each stage.
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