5.1.1 - Kruskal's Algorithm
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What does Kruskal's Algorithm aim to achieve?
💡 Hint: Think about what a spanning tree represents.
What is the first step in Kruskal's Algorithm?
💡 Hint: Consider the sequence of actions in the algorithm.
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What is the main advantage of using Kruskal's Algorithm over other methods?
💡 Hint: Consider what the algorithm is specifically designed to achieve.
True or False: Kruskal's Algorithm can handle disconnected graphs.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the definition of a spanning tree.
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Given the edge weights of a graph, calculate the minimum cost of connecting all vertices using Kruskal's algorithm.
💡 Hint: Use the properties of trees and weights as your guide.
Consider a graph with edges: A-B(1), A-C(5), B-C(3), B-D(4). Apply Kruskal's Algorithm and identify the minimum spanning tree.
💡 Hint: Check sorted order of weights as your first step.
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