19.1.1 - Greedy algorithms: Interval scheduling
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What is a greedy algorithm?
💡 Hint: Think about local versus global solutions.
Why is interval scheduling important?
💡 Hint: Consider scenarios in classrooms or project management.
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What is the main goal of a greedy algorithm?
💡 Hint: Think about how we summarize our choices.
Selecting the earliest finishing time is a common strategy for what problem?
💡 Hint: Reflect on the main discussion around scheduling.
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Create a scenario with ten intervals and demonstrate how to apply the greedy algorithm to select non-overlapping intervals. Explain why they are optimal.
💡 Hint: Focus on finishing times to guide your choices.
Design a set of intervals where the greedy approach leads to a less than optimal number of bookings made. Explain why that is the case.
💡 Hint: Remember to include a counterexample.
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