8.4 - Naive Algorithm for Primality Testing
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What defines a prime number?
💡 Hint: Think about the definition and the number of divisors.
Is the number 4 prime or composite?
💡 Hint: Consider the divisors of 4.
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What is a prime number?
💡 Hint: Recall the definition of a prime number.
The naive algorithm for primality testing uses which of the following methods?
💡 Hint: Think about how we identify potential factors.
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Apply the naive algorithm to test whether 49 is a prime number. Show your steps.
💡 Hint: What numbers will you check against 49?
How many checks would you need to determine if 101 is prime using the naive method?
💡 Hint: Determine how many divisors you check.
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