Practice Introduction to the Problem Domain - 3.1 | 3. Spanning Trees: Prim’s Algorithm | Design & Analysis of Algorithms - Vol 2
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Question 1

Easy

What is a spanning tree?

💡 Hint: Think about how trees connect branches without forming loops.

Question 2

Easy

How many edges does a spanning tree have?

💡 Hint: Consider a scenario with three vertices.

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Question 1

What does Prim's algorithm aim to find in a graph?

  • Shortest path
  • Minimum spanning tree
  • Maximum flow

💡 Hint: Think about the trees in graph theory.

Question 2

Prim's algorithm is a type of which algorithm?

  • Greedy
  • Dynamic Programming

💡 Hint: Recall the definitions of different algorithm types.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given a connected graph with vertices A, B, C, D, and edges with weights, determine the minimum spanning tree using Prim's algorithm. Provide a visual representation.

💡 Hint: List out edges by weight to start.

Question 2

Prove that Prim's algorithm will always yield an optimal solution. Reference the minimum separator lemma in your proof.

💡 Hint: Explore the implications of making improper edge selections.

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