4.1 - Algorithms
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What is an algorithm?
💡 Hint: Think about a cooking recipe.
Name one use of A* algorithm.
💡 Hint: Consider how GPS systems work.
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What does the A* algorithm utilize to improve its efficiency?
💡 Hint: Think about estimating distances.
True or False: Dijkstra's algorithm only evaluates a single route.
💡 Hint: Consider how it finds the best path.
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Analyze a scenario where a robot navigates through a city using both A* and Dijkstra's algorithms. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each.
💡 Hint: Consider the time it takes to evaluate each route.
Create a simple flowchart that outlines the decision-making process of a robot using an algorithm to avoid obstacles.
💡 Hint: Think of each branch in the flowchart as a decision point.
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