Practice High Level View of the Algorithm - 5.2.1 | 5. Kruskal's Algorithm | Design & Analysis of Algorithms - Vol 2
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High Level View of the Algorithm

5.2.1 - High Level View of the Algorithm

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

Define a spanning tree.

💡 Hint: Consider what it means to connect all vertices.

Question 2 Easy

What is the main objective of Kruskal's algorithm?

💡 Hint: Focus on the cost associated with edges.

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Question 1

What does Kruskal's algorithm primarily aim to achieve?

Find a maximum spanning tree.
Find a minimum cost spanning tree.
Find a minimum-weight path.

💡 Hint: Consider what spanning tree signifies for overall cost.

Question 2

True or False: Kruskal's algorithm can add edges that would create cycles in the spanning tree.

True
False

💡 Hint: Remember the basic property of a tree.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Consider a graph with nodes labeled A to E, and edges with weights between them. Create a minimal spanning tree using Kruskal's algorithm and explain each step.

💡 Hint: You may need to visualize the edges while doing this.

Challenge 2 Hard

Create a modified version of Kruskal's algorithm that can handle weighted edges with equal importance at each step.

💡 Hint: Think about scenarios where edges might have the same weight.

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