Practice - Definition of Computable and Uncomputable Functions
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Practice Questions
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Define a computable function in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between functions and programs.
What is an example of an uncomputable function?
💡 Hint: Consider problems that seem not to have a clear solution.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What defines a computable function?
💡 Hint: Think about the role of programs in defining functions.
The Halting Problem is an example of which type of function?
💡 Hint: Recall the definition of uncomputable functions.
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Challenge Problems
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Prove the existence of an uncomputable function using cardinality arguments.
💡 Hint: Revisit the definitions of countable and uncountable sets and apply them to the sets of functions and programs.
Construct a hypothetical example of an uncomputable function and explain why it cannot be computed.
💡 Hint: Think about the implications surrounding determining halting conditions for all programs.
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